Sydney Markets is home to the largest Fruit, Vegetable, and Flower Market in the Southern Hemisphere, driving over 3 billion dollars in economic activity each year through our 2,000 shareholders. With 6,000 people working on site daily, Sydney Markets is a critical link in Australia's food supply chain, ensuring that fresh produce reaches over 7 million Australians every day.

Are you a reliable and proactive individual who thrives in a fast-paced, hands-on environment?

Do you have a passion for accuracy, impact and servicing internal customers?

About the role

We are seeking a highly capable and detail-oriented Payroll Officer to join our team for a 12 month contracted period. In this role, you’ll manage end-to-end payroll across a diverse workforce including EBA, Award, and Award-free staff.

Using the Employment Hero Payroll system, you’ll ensure timely, accurate, and compliant payroll processing, support system improvements, and play a key role in a payroll migration project. Your solid knowledge of NSW payroll regulations, rostering nuances, and Fair Work compliance will be critical to success.

Key Responsibilities

Fortnightly end-to-end payroll processing

Interpret and apply EBAs, Modern Awards, and the NES

Maintain compliance with PAYG, STP, super, and Fair Work obligations

Manage payroll data and inputs from time and attendance systems

Support payroll system migration and improvements

Support the remuneration and benefit strategy and projects

Support the team on customer service and cash management requests

Provide clear, timely support to employees and stakeholders

Prepare payroll reports and reconcile accounts

Support our People & Culture function by maintaining employee records and participating in value-add projects.

Skills and Experience Required

Proven experience in payroll, ideally in a mixed industrial environment

Hands-on experience with Employment Hero Payroll

Micropay to Employment Hero migration experience highly regarded

Involvement or ownership of payroll migration project

Knowledge of NSW-specific payroll legislation and entitlements

Strong compliance focus and attention to detail

Confidence with Excel and payroll reporting

Excellent communication and problem-solving skills

Ready to Join Us?

If you are ready to join a supportive team and feed your passion for internal customer service, accuracy and getting stuff done, we want to hear from you!

Apply now with your resume, and a cover letter clearly outlining your relevant experience to match the job requirements. Applications close 27th October 2025.