this job offer closes 3 december 2026
job details
this job offer closes 3 december 2026
summary
- melbourne, victoria
- au$ 59.5 per hour
posted 2 november 2026
- reference number
- 90M0718333_1108953141949921280
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job details
- Paying $59.50ph + super
- Melbourne CBD location with hybrid working flexibility
- 3 month contract with possible extensions
About the Role
Our client is a VIC government agency based in the Melbourne CBD. They are currently seeking a Workcover Payroll Specialist to come in and join their team on a 3 month contract with possible extensions.
Requirements for this role include:
- Previous experience in payroll and/or Workcover that includes experience in calculation and payment of Workers Compensation in Victoria
- Proven SAP and/or Pay Global experience (Essential)
Key responsibilities include:
- Legislative & Policy Compliance: Maintain and apply up-to-date knowledge of Victorian Workers’ Compensation legislation, FRV Enterprise Agreements, and insurer-agreed practices governing WorkCover entitlements.
- WorkCover Payroll Administration: Calculate and process weekly and fortnightly compensation payments in accordance with strict payroll schedules, leveraging the Management System and collaborating with claims managers and Return to Work Coordinators.
- Stakeholder Engagement & Service Delivery: Deliver clear, responsive customer support to payment recipients and cultivate collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders through effective written and verbal communication.
- Information Security & Confidentiality: Uphold data privacy standards and confidentiality protocols governing internal communications and the authorised release of sensitive records to external parties across FRV.
- Process Improvement & Professional Development: Contribute to the review and optimization of WorkCover payroll workflows while proactively participating in relevant training to expand expertise in Victorian Workers' Compensation remuneration.
- Reconciliation, Reporting & Reimbursements: Generate WorkCover reporting, statistical metrics, and reconciliations, notably monthly Current Weekly Earnings to support Workplace Health and Safety in tracking accounts and securing insurer reimbursements.
- Entitlement Calculations & Payroll Data Integrity: Apply technical payroll expertise to accurately enter leave, scheduled hours, and wages, ensuring precise determination and application of Pre-Injury Average Weekly Earnings and Current Weekly Earnings.
What’s in it for you?
Working as a contractor with Randstad comes with many benefits including:
- Access to our benefits platforms offering discounts at a range of huge retailers
- 3 x pay runs per week ensuring you are always paid within the week
- Exclusive access to roles before we go to market
- Access to our employee assistance program services, including counselling services
If this is of interest, please send your CV along with a cover letter to jack.coleman@randstad.com.au
At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.
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- Paying $59.50ph + super
- Melbourne CBD location with hybrid working flexibility
- 3 month contract with possible extensions
About the Role
Our client is a VIC government agency based in the Melbourne CBD. They are currently seeking a Workcover Payroll Specialist to come in and join their team on a 3 month contract with possible extensions.
Requirements for this role include:
- Previous experience in payroll and/or Workcover that includes experience in calculation and payment of Workers Compensation in Victoria
- Proven SAP and/or Pay Global experience (Essential)
Key responsibilities include:
- Legislative & Policy Compliance: Maintain and apply up-to-date knowledge of Victorian Workers’ Compensation legislation, FRV Enterprise Agreements, and insurer-agreed practices governing WorkCover entitlements.
- WorkCover Payroll Administration: Calculate and process weekly and fortnightly compensation payments in accordance with strict payroll schedules, leveraging the Management System and collaborating with claims managers and Return to Work Coordinators.
- Stakeholder Engagement & Service Delivery: Deliver clear, responsive customer support to payment recipients and cultivate collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders through effective written and verbal communication.
- Information Security & Confidentiality: Uphold data privacy standards and confidentiality protocols governing internal communications and the authorised release of sensitive records to external parties across FRV.
- Process Improvement & Professional Development: Contribute to the review and optimization of WorkCover payroll workflows while proactively participating in relevant training to expand expertise in Victorian Workers' Compensation remuneration.
- Reconciliation, Reporting & Reimbursements: Generate WorkCover reporting, statistical metrics, and reconciliations, notably monthly Current Weekly Earnings to support Workplace Health and Safety in tracking accounts and securing insurer reimbursements.
- Entitlement Calculations & Payroll Data Integrity: Apply technical payroll expertise to accurately enter leave, scheduled hours, and wages, ensuring precise determination and application of Pre-Injury Average Weekly Earnings and Current Weekly Earnings.
What’s in it for you?
Working as a contractor with Randstad comes with many benefits including:
- Access to our benefits platforms offering discounts at a range of huge retailers
- 3 x pay runs per week ensuring you are always paid within the week
- Exclusive access to roles before we go to market
- Access to our employee assistance program services, including counselling services
If this is of interest, please send your CV along with a cover letter to jack.coleman@randstad.com.au
At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.
qualification
- Nil