At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead HR services and payroll governance while supporting corporate and site operations.
- Company: Tennant Mines, an emerging gold producer in the Northern Territory.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, great CBD location, and opportunities for site travel.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with a focus on practical solutions and career growth.
- Why this job: Shape foundational HR systems and processes in a growing company.
- Qualifications: 8+ years in HR/payroll with strong analytical skills and knowledge of Australian legislation.
The predicted salary is between 90000 - 110000 $ per year.
Tennant Mines is an emerging Australian gold producer focused on developing and operating high-quality gold assets in the Northern Territory. We are seeking an experienced Senior HR & Payroll Advisor to join our team in Perth supporting both our corporate and site operations.
Reporting to the HR Manager, you will be a trusted operational partner who takes ownership of payroll governance, HR compliance, employment administration and HR systems. You will lead a small shared services team comprising the Payroll Officer and Corporate & HR Administrator, providing the HR Manager with confidence that core services, risks and priorities are well managed.
About the Role
This is a hands-on role leading a small team and supporting employees across our Perth office and Northern Territory operations. Practical experience managing the complexities of HR and payroll for a rostered, FIFO workforce will be highly valued. A key focus will be improving HR processes and systems including implementation of a new HRIS and payroll system as the business grows.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead day-to-day HR services supporting corporate and site operations
- Supervise and support a small HR Shared Services team
- Oversee payroll governance and provide backup payroll support
- Coordinate contracts, variations, remuneration changes and employee documentation
- Maintain HR systems, employee records and workforce data
- Produce workforce reporting and HR metrics
- Coordinate remuneration benchmarking and salary administration
- Lead HRIS and payroll system implementation and improvement
- Review and improve HR policies, processes and templates
- Collaborate closely with a small HR team and support the business to achieve its objectives
About You
To be successful in this role you will have:
- A tertiary HR/IR qualification or equivalent experience
- Minimum 8 years experience across payroll governance, HR operations and/or shared services with confidence to work independently and exercise sound judgement
- Experience supporting rostered, FIFO and/or remote site workforces
- Strong analytical and numerical capability with advanced Excel skills and ability to interpret data and produce meaningful reporting
- Sound knowledge of Australian employment legislation, the NES and modern awards
- Experience with complex payroll processes and related legislation
- Experience coordinating HR administration and/or payroll functions
- Experience implementing or improving HR systems
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
- A practical, collaborative and solutions-focused approach
- Mining/resources experience, HRIS/payroll implementation, remuneration benchmarking and HR reporting experience will be highly regarded.
What's on Offer
- Competitive salary package commensurate with experience
- Perth-based role with occasional site travel to build relationships
- Excellent CBD location and well connected workplace close to public transport, cafes and shops
- Exposure across corporate and site operations
- Opportunity to shape foundational HR systems and processes as the business matures
Senior HR & Payroll Advisor in Perth employer: Tennant Mining
Tennant Mines is an exceptional employer that offers a dynamic work environment in the heart of Perth, where you can play a pivotal role in shaping HR systems and processes for a growing gold producer. With a competitive salary package and opportunities for professional development, you'll be part of a collaborative team that values your expertise in managing HR and payroll for a FIFO workforce. Enjoy the benefits of working in a well-connected CBD location, with access to public transport, cafes, and shops, while contributing to the success of both corporate and site operations.
