Officer - Payroll ANZ

About Orica

At Orica, it’s the power of our people that leads change and shapes our futures.  Every day, all around the world, our people help mobilise vital resources essential to progress. Established in 1874, we have grown to become the world leader in mining and civil blasting with a diverse of team of more than 13,000 across the world.

It’s an exciting time to join us – we are shaping the future of mining through digital and automated technologies, embracing new ways of thinking, pioneering innovation and reimagining the way we work.

About the role

Join Orica as a Officer – Payroll ANZ (Temporary Role), based in Melbourne, and play a key part in supporting our employees across Australia and New Zealand. You’ll be part of a collaborative team, ensuring payroll processes run smoothly and in line with both Orica’s standards and legislative requirements. 

What you will be doing

• Providing customer-facing support and managing stakeholder relationships
• Analysing legislation and delivering accurate, relevant payroll advice
• Participating in payroll-related projects
• Administering offline payroll data and processes
• Advising on leave management and ensuring compliance
• Managing Service Now queries related to payroll
• Conducting payroll GL reconciliations and processing invoices
• Executing payroll input and managing external service providers
• Administering region/country-specific benefits
• Executing end-of-year payroll processes and reporting
• Delivering regular and ad hoc payroll reports
• Supporting compliance with legislation and reporting requirements

What you will bring

• 5+ years’ experience in payroll, ideally within Australia or New Zealand
• Strong understanding of HR/payroll policies, procedures, enterprise agreements, and relevant legislation
• Solid knowledge of payroll systems (Ramco, Dayforce, SAP, SuccessFactors, or similar)
• Intermediate Excel skills and strong analytical abilities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• High level of numeracy and literacy
• Ability to prioritise, multi-task, and work independently
• A collaborative, team-oriented approach and a commitment to supporting others’ success
• Professionalism, punctuality, and adaptability in a dynamic environment

What we offer

As part of a truly global company, you will have the ability to grow and learn in a diverse, collaborative culture. We foster relationships and learning through connected global and local teams, promote flexible and diverse career paths and support the development of your knowledge and skills.

You will be paid a competitive salary, learn from talented individuals across multiple disciplines and be able to thrive in a safe workplace within a collaborative culture. Ignite your career at a place where your distinct potential can find its home.

We respect and value all

Orica promotes and fosters a culture of inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment everywhere we operate. We treat our people and applicants with fairness, dignity, and respect, getting the best of everyone’s contributions.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, nationality, age, military or veteran, marital or disability status.