Payroll Officer

• Bring your end to end payroll expertise and support a diversified business portfolio.
• Join a friendly and supportive HR team that will strive for you to do your best.
• Permanent opportunity, Perth CBD, with attractive flexibility work arrangements.

About WesCEF

Wesfarmers Chemicals, Energy & Fertilisers (WesCEF) is a division of Wesfarmers Limited and has been operating in Western Australia for more than 110 years. Our eight businesses manufacture and supply essential products to over 225,000 customers in 26 countries, supporting key sectors including agriculture, mining, energy, construction and households.

Safety, sustainability and community are central to how we operate. We are committed to continuous safety improvement and are working toward net zero Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2050.

With more than 1,300 employees across WA, Queensland and Victoria, we foster a respectful, inclusive workplace where diverse thinking is valued. Guided by our Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Strategy and Aboriginal Inclusion Plan, we support gender balance, cultural respect, Indigenous employment and flexible work. We invest in our people through training, career development and recognition programs.

With our headquarters in Perth, WesCEF plays a key role in supporting Australia’s economic growth and advancing a more sustainable future.

Join us.  Together we can harness potential to create a prosperous future.

About the Role

Reporting to the Payroll Supervisor, you'll be a valued member of the payroll team, delivering accurate end-to-end payroll services across the WesCEF division. Working closely with the broader HR team, you'll support best-practice processes and help bring our vision of “Connecting People to Business Success”. Your customer-focused approach, strong communication skills, and ability to confidently navigate policies and procedures, will be key to supporting payroll excellence.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Deliver accurate and timely weekly and monthly payroll processing.
• Provide responsive support for payroll and time management enquiries through the centralised ticketing system.
• Complete month-end payroll activities, including PAYG, superannuation, payroll tax, and third-party payments.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across payroll processes, systems, and service delivery.
• Interpret relevant awards and agreements while maintaining payroll procedures and documentation.
• Maintain accurate HR and payroll data, ensuring compliance and data integrity.
• Conduct payroll audits, reconciliations, reporting, and compliance reviews.
• Collaborate with employees, leaders, HR colleagues, and external partners to deliver positive outcomes.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of payroll practices and service delivery.

About You

You will thrive in a busy payroll environment, managing regular deadlines with agility and bringing experience in:

• Proven experience with end-to-end payroll processes across medium to large organisations.
• Experience using payroll platforms such as Chris21, is highly regarded.

• Sound knowledge of relevant employment and statutory legislation, including industrial frameworks.

• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• High attention to detail, sound judgement, and a commitment to maintaining confidentiality.
• Strong analytical skills with a proactive, solution-focused approach.
• A collaborative approach, with a focus in supporting and delivering team success.

• Energetic, self-motivated and resilient in meeting business goals.
• Relevant certification is beneficial but not essential.

What we offer

At Wesfarmers Chemicals, Energy & Fertilisers (WesCEF), we value our people and offer a range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, development and career growth, including:

• Competitive remuneration
• Flexible working arrangements, including some work-from-home options where applicable
• Access to a wide range of employee benefits across the Wesfarmers Group, including staff discounts at Bunnings, Kmart, Target, Officeworks and Kleenheat, as well as access to Wesfarmers-sponsored arts and cultural events
• Ongoing professional development and career opportunities across WesCEF and the broader Wesfarmers Group

Why WesCEF

At WesCEF, we are committed to building an engaged, high-performing and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities in which we operate. We value diversity of thinking, skills and experience, knowing this drives innovation and better business outcomes.

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply.

We are proud to support flexible working arrangements and understand that flexibility looks different for everyone. If flexibility is important to you, we encourage you to discuss your needs as part of the application process.

WesCEF operates across multiple locations, with our two major hubs based in Kwinana and Perth CBD.

Applications close: 14th October 2026, AWST.

Our recruitment process considers your alignment to our company values and the requirements of the role. We also have several checks which may be conducted to demonstrate your suitability for the role including but not limited to psychometric assessment, police checks, medical, drug and alcohol testing, right to work check, qualifications, due diligence and/or reference checks.

We reserve the right to commence the recruitment process prior to the closing date. Therefore, It is recommended to apply as soon as possible.

Agency applications will not be accepted.