UKG Specialist

Work on one of the most advanced UKG environments in Australia, supporting a workforce at true national scale.

This is a rare opportunity to step into a highly complex, best-in-class WFM landscape and make an immediate impact.

Client Details

Our client is a large, nationally recognised organisation and one of the largest employers in Australia, operating across a highly complex, multi-site workforce environment.

They are widely regarded for their best-in-class workforce management systems and processes, with UKG sitting at the centre of their operations. The organisation has made significant investment into its technology ecosystem, resulting in a highly advanced and deeply embedded UKG environment that leverages a broad range of functionality including advanced scheduling, employee self-service, mobility, and complex pay rule frameworks.

With a strong focus on continuous improvement, the business is constantly evolving and optimising its systems to support both operational efficiency and employee experience. Their UKG platform is not just maintained - it is actively enhanced and pushed to its full capability.

From a culture perspective, they offer a highly collaborative and supportive environment, led by hands-on leadership with deep system expertise. This is complemented by genuine career progression opportunities, internal capability building, and a commitment to developing in-house expertise rather than relying on external vendors.

They are also known for offering outstanding flexibility, with a hybrid working model that supports both productivity and work-life balance.

• Manage and optimise UKG system configuration to support business needs
• Configure new UKG components and maintain existing pay rules
• Provide Level 2/3 support, including issue resolution, upgrades, and vendor liaison
• Collaborate with Payroll, WFM, Compliance, and IT teams on system configuration and improvements
• Work across core UKG modules including Timekeeping, Scheduling, Accruals, and ESS
• Perform DataHub reporting and data analysis to support insights and decision-making
• Support WFM integrations and ongoing system enhancements
• Troubleshoot issues, identify root causes, and deliver effective solutions
• Engage with vendors on product updates, releases, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of UKG functionality and complementary tools

Profile

• Strong, hands-on experience with UKG / Kronos Workforce Dimensions
• Confident working across configuration and system builds (not reliant on external consultants)
• Experience managing complex pay rules and enterprise environments
• Strong skills in DataHub reporting and data analysis (desireable)
• Ability to work autonomously and solve problems end-to-end
• Exposure to Test Assure is advantageous but not required

Job Offer

• Work in a highly advanced UKG environment using cutting-edge functionality
• Gain exposure to complex awards and enterprise workforce structures
• Join a supportive, hands-on leadership team
• Excellent hybrid flexibility (typically 1-2 days onsite), can also potentially consider remote/interstate candidates
• Initial 12 month FTC
• Circa. $190K package

To apply online please click the 'Apply' button below. For a confidential discussion about this role please contact Jonathan Dawson on 0415142246 or email ***email_hidden***