Payroll Training and Development Specialist

Overview

Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time

Salary: $105,000 - $105,000

Grade: Grade not specified

Occupation: Accounting, finance and procurement

Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs

Reference: 7511

Payroll Training & Development Specialist – Payroll Services Royal Melbourne Hospital

• Shape and drive payroll capability across one of Victoria's largest health shared services functions
• A unique blend of payroll expertise and training development in a complex, high-impact environment
• Full Time Permanent position based at RMH Campus

The Royal Melbourne Hospital is one of Victoria's leading public health services, renowned for excellence, innovation and compassionate care. We are currently seeking an experienced Payroll Training & Development Specialist to join our Payroll Services team within Melbourne Health Financial Shared Services.

This is a newly established specialist role responsible for designing, implementing and maintaining a comprehensive training and capability development framework for the Payroll Services team. Operating within a shared services function that processes payroll for over 30,000 employees across 26 complex Enterprise Agreements, you will ensure payroll staff are equipped with the knowledge, skills and tools to deliver accurate, compliant and efficient payroll services. You will work closely with the compliance and process improvement team, People & Culture, and external stakeholders to embed regulatory changes, support audit readiness and foster a culture of continuous learning and operational excellence.

About you

• Demonstrated experience in payroll operations and training development with a strong understanding of payroll legislation, compliance requirements and enterprise systems
• Proven ability to design and deliver engaging training programs including onboarding, e-learning, workshops and coaching
• Experience with learning management systems and digital training tools
• Excellent communication, facilitation and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Commitment to The Melbourne Way – people first, leading with kindness, excellence together

Desirable

• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment
• Tertiary qualification in Human Resources, Education, Business or a related field
• Minimum 5 years' experience in payroll or a related field, with at least 2 years in a training or leadership role

Benefits of working at RMH

• Salary packaging options, earn up to $12,000 tax free earnings!
• 5 weeks annual leave plus monthly ADO’s for full-time employees
• Discounted gyms and health centre access with Fitness Passport
• Fantastic learning and development opportunities
• RMH is a values led organisation – People First, Lead with Kindness and Excellence together!

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Interested? Click on the apply button! Recruitment is ongoing, and interviews may commence as applications are received. Early applications are encouraged as the role may close once filled.

Applications close Tuesday 30 June 2026 at 11.59pm

Posted

22 June 2026