HR Admin/Payroll Officer - GSS

Job details
Job type
Apprenticeship
 
Location
Kingsford SA 5118
 
Benefits
Pulled from the full job description
Parental leave
Health insurance
Opportunities for promotion
Employee assistance program
 
Full job description
About the Role

The Ahrens Group is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented HR Admin/Payroll Officer to join our Group Support Services team based in Kingsford, SA.

Reporting to the Payroll Team Leader, this role is responsible for delivering high-quality administrative support across both HR and payroll functions. You will ensure the maintenance of accurate employee records, assist with onboarding, process payrolls, and support compliance with industrial relations and legislative requirements. This position offers a great opportunity to grow within a supportive environment and contribute to key HR and payroll operations.

Key Responsibilities

· Maintain and update employee records including contracts, leave entitlements, and personal information

· Assist with onboarding processes, including collection of new starter documentation and employee file setup

· Prepare letters of offer, contracts, and HR correspondence

· Update organisational charts and internal email groups as required

· Support payroll processing including preparing and running payroll, calculating entitlements, and performing reconciliations

· Track apprentice and junior pay rates to ensure compliance

· Generate HR and Finance reports

· Maintain HRIS and payroll systems with accurate and up-to-date data

· Assist with audits, end-of-year payroll processes, and compliance with Awards, EBAs, and relevant legislation

· Provide guidance to internal stakeholders on HR and payroll forms and processes

· Uphold Ahrens’ commitment to safety, quality, and compliance

Skills and Experience

· Previous experience in payroll processing and general HR administration

· Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain confidentiality

· Sound knowledge of employment legislation, industrial awards, and payroll compliance

· Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and reporting

· Excellent time management and communication skills

· Kronos and/or Pronto software experience desirable

About the Company

Ahrens is a fifth-generation, Australian family-owned company, with over 120 years’ experience in delivering a wide range of high-quality and cost-effective products and projects across Australia, with footprints overseas.

Our growth has culminated in the business we are today: a full Construction, Engineering, Mining & Industrial Services, Sheds & Silos and Water Storage company which provides complete turnkey project solutions, supported by our 26 divisions.

As we continue to evolve, so does our need to heavily invest in our people and facilities for continued success.

With 1,300 employees Australia-wide, we foster a positive and supportive team culture which embraces diversity and innovation, while aligning with our core values of commitment, integrity and safety. In return, we reward those who passionately work with us towards our vision.

Benefits

Employee Assistance Program, supporting you and your family’s health & wellbeing
Discounts to some of Australia’s leading corporate partners in private health insurance, gyms, travel, clothing, vehicles and more
Generous paid parental leave entitlements to support you and your family
Annual Employee Donation Scheme to support a charity/cause of your choice
Family, social and team building events including Friday afternoon team bonding
Opportunities for career progression
How to Apply

To apply click the "Apply Now" to submit your updated resume and cover letter, further enquiries can be directed to Annie Nguyen, Talent Acquisition Specialist on 0482 62+ 827 or via email to anguyen@ahrens.com.au

Ahrens is an Equal Opportunity employer who recognise the value in a diverse workforce. We are dedicated to promote an inclusive workplace and encourage applications from all genders and people of Indigenous backgrounds .

 
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