Administration & Payroll Officer

Our client is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Payroll & Administration Officer to join their busy operations team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced administrator who enjoys a varied role, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and is confident working across payroll support, data entry, invoicing, and operational administration. This is a 6-month casual assignment with the intention of transitioning to a permanent position for the right person.

About the Role
Working closely with the wider administration and operations team, you'll play a key role in supporting day-to-day business activities while ensuring payroll and job administration processes run smoothly.

Key Responsibilities

• Support payroll processing activities, including timesheet validation and data entry.
• Ensure employee timesheets are accurately reviewed and processed each week.
• Monitor a shared inbox and action incoming job requests within required timeframes.
• Create and maintain job cards, ensuring information is entered accurately for quoting and invoicing purposes.
• Raise purchase orders and process invoices.
• Maintain accurate records and data across multiple systems.
• Provide administrative support across the business and assist with team coverage when required.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders to ensure operational tasks are completed efficiently.

About You
To be successful in this role, you will possess:

• Previous experience in an administration, payroll support, or similar coordination role.
• Excellent data entry skills and a high level of accuracy.
• Strong Excel skills and confidence learning new systems.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to interact with people at all levels.
• A flexible, adaptable, and team-focused attitude.
• Previous experience within an industrial, construction, utilities, manufacturing, or service-based environment will be highly regarded.

If you are an organised administrator who enjoys juggling multiple priorities, has strong attention to detail, and is looking for a long-term opportunity with a reputable organisation, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now or contact Steph at Evolve Scientific Recruitment for a confidential discussion.

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