Payroll Officer
Working at TasWater isn't just a job; it's an opportunity to deliver social, environmental, and economic benefits for Tasmania today, and for future generations to come. We have a bold and ambitious future, inspired by our vision to unlock water’s full potential, which is centred on our customers and communities, our people and partners, the environment, and our collective water future.
Help us pay our workforce of over 980 employees who keep Tasmania thriving by contributing to the exceptional water and sewerage services provided to more than 460,000 customers every day.
Achieve accurate, efficient, and effective processing of fortnightly pay runs, including timesheet calculations and system entry. Provide a quality service experience to employees and people leaders by responding efficiently and accurately to payroll related enquiries.
We’re seeking a meticulous and dedicated Payroll Officer to join our People, Culture and Safety team. If you are looking for a position where your skills and values can make a positive contribution to our team and, if you:
- Excel in attention to detail, data entry speed, and accuracy;
- Can efficiently manage and prioritise tasks to meet tight deadlines;
- Are committed to delivering top-quality results;
- Value providing exceptional customer service to both employees and leadership;
- Possess strong digital literacy to effectively manage payroll and related systems;
- Have a keen interest in compliance and payroll processes; and
- Value achieving together, being courageous, caring about your impact, and delivering on commitments...
...then we'd love to hear from you! Join us and tackle the challenges of a fast-paced payroll environment where your skills and efficiency will make a significant impact.
The Pay and Flexibility Details
We have two positions, a permanent full-time position and a 6-month fixed term position. The role can be based in Moonah, Launceston or Devonport, with opportunities to work from home or from other reginal operational sites. We offer flexibility in working hours and rostered days off so you can do the things that matter to you.
The position attracts a total starting remuneration package of $74,602 per annum (including superannuation).
Why TasWater
Across our multi-disciplinary organisation, we are serious about enhancing the skills and careers of our team members. When you join TasWater, you join company that offers career development pathways, training courses and access to subject matter experts.
We are continuing to build an inclusive workplace and workforce that truly represents the Tasmanian community that we serve. We value diversity in all its many forms and welcome a range of perspectives and identities to enrich the way we work and what we do.
We take pride in being acknowledged as an employer of choice for women by WORK180. Click here to view our benefits and policies, such as 18 weeks paid parental leave for all parents regardless of tenure and with full superannuation contributions. We’re continuing to work on future benefits through a dedicated Employee Experience team.
Over the coming 5 years we are investing a record $1.5 billion to ensure a safe and secure water future for a growing Tasmania, and will we take steps towards our aspirations of net zero carbon emissions, and towards zero waste. Visit our website or YouTube channel to learn more.
To apply please
- Visit our careers site,
- Create an account (or log in, if you have applied before.)
- Upload your resume,
- and answer all the questions under the ‘your application’ page.
Submit your application by the closing date of 10am 14 August 2024 by clicking Apply now.
If you have any questions about the role please connect with Esther Cooper – Talent Acquisition Partner on 0448 335 446 or Esther.Cooper@taswater.com.au.


