About the Role

Ready to kickstart or continue your career in payroll? We’re on the lookout for an enthusiastic Payroll Administrative Support Officer to join our friendly and collaborative team in Adelaide. This is a part-time opportunity, offering 11.4 hours per week—perfect for someone currently studying, returning to the workforce, or simply looking to balance professional growth with life’s other commitments.

In this role, you’ll play a key part in supporting our payroll operations. You’ll take ownership of maintaining and updating timesheet data with accuracy, following up with staff and managers to resolve any gaps or missing entries. Your support will be especially valued during busy periods or when system changes roll out, where your assistance with payroll administration will help keep everything running smoothly. You’ll also lend a hand with miscellaneous payroll duties and, above all, maintain discretion and a commitment to our internal policies and relevant legislation.

This is a chance to contribute meaningfully, develop your skills, and work in a team that genuinely values your input. Ready to make your mark with us? We'd love to hear from you.

To be successful, you will bring:

Australian working rights with no restrictions.
High level of knowledge in the MS Office Suite.
Experience with electronic payroll systems (preferably HR3 and/or Preceda).
Previous experience within an administrative role (Preferably in payroll or finance).
Experience with IFS and/or other ERP systems is highly desirable.

What we offer you

Our work life integration policy brings together leave entitlements which include annual leave, wellbeing leave, paid parental leave, defence reservist leave plus more;
We offer flexible working arrangements where possible to help employees find the right balance between work and home life;
We will provide you with a supportive and engaging environment where you can grow your career, supported by our capability framework plus ongoing access to self-led learning modules through LinkedIn Learning and access to study leave;
You’ll have access to beRewarded which will provide you with endless discounts across retail, health, entertainment, travel and much more, plus novated leasing options and corporate shares plan;
Your wellbeing is supported through our online wellbeing program Munch, Mind, Move, Money, access to our employee assistance program plus you can access two days annually from your personal leave as wellbeing days;
You’ll be able to participate in our weRecognise program which is an opportunity to recognise the outstanding work our people do each and every day.

Who we are

Babcock International Group, the aerospace and defence company, has been trusted to deliver bespoke, highly skilled engineering services for over a century.

Across Australia and New Zealand, Babcock has grown to a team of over 1,600 talented people, and we are on a path of continued growth and expansion. We operate across sectors such as defence, commercial marine, aviation, airports, communications, emergency services and engineering consultancy.

Some of the programs our team across Australia and New Zealand are proud to be a part of involve:

Providing emergency medical and search & rescue aviation services through our Aviation & Critical Services business;
Designing and supporting key systems for submarines and surface ships through our Marine business;
Providing fleet wide through life support and asset management services for Navy customers;
Managing critical assets for a range of sectors through our Land Business.

So, if you would like to join us and help create a safe and secure world, together, please apply via the ‘Apply Now’ button below.