Payroll Coordinator - Daunia

Whitehaven Coal is the dominant player in Australia’s only emerging high-quality coal basin! With a culture based on our STRIVE values, our reputation for excellence in project delivery and safe, efficient and environmentally responsible operations continues to grow.

Our STRIVE Values connect us and define how we behave. Whitehaven Coal award, recognise and celebrate individuals and teams going above and beyond the requirements of their role to deliver excellent outcomes while demonstrating our Values of Safety, Teamwork, Respect, Integrity, Value and Excellence.

About Daunia Mine: 

Daunia is an established operation in the Bowen Basin, which has been producing high quality metallurgical coal for the export market since 2013. It is located south-east of Moranbah, adjacent to Whitehaven’s existing Winchester South development project. Daunia features state-of-the-art infrastructure and mining operations, including well-established autonomous equipment and infrastructure.

About the Role:

With our new acquisition of Daunia Mine, we are seeking a Payroll Coordinator who will play a critical role in supporting the payroll function by managing payroll related data, ensuring accurate record-keeping, and assisting with compliance and reporting. While this role does not involve the direct processing of payroll, it requires close collaboration with the payroll processing team to ensure that all payroll activities are completed accurately and efficiently. Based on site, you will also handle employee inquiries, support benefits administration, and contribute to payroll audits and reporting. 

What You’ll Do:

• Maintain and update payroll-related records, including employee personal information and roster schedules.
• Assist in the preparation and maintenance of payroll spreadsheets, reports, and databases.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for employee inquiries regarding payroll, leave and timesheets.
• Provide support to employees in understanding their payslip, deductions, and leave.
• Facilitate the resolution of payroll-related issues by liaising with the payroll processing team or HR department as needed.

 What You’ll Bring:

• Minimum of 2-4 years of experience in a payroll or related administrative role, preferably within the mining or industrial sector.
• Familiarity with payroll systems, timekeeping software, and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word)
• Strong attention to detail and ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Good understanding of payroll compliance requirements and employment laws.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment and across departments.

Why Whitehaven Coal?

• Full Relocation Packages and FIFO Opportunities 
• 26 wks. Paid Parental Leave   
• Competitive salary packages with salary sacrificing options (local living & novated leases) 
• Employee Referral Scheme - $4000 for Successful Referrals! 
• Employee Discounts: groceries, petrol, fashion, entertainment plus more 
• Career Development, Mentorship and Coaching  

Whitehaven Coal is committed to increasing the representation of women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in the workplace. We strive for an inclusive workplace that engages people from diverse backgrounds and welcomes diversity of gender, culture and experience.

Whitehaven Coal is working with the RSL Employment Program to support veterans and partners of current or former Defence members in finding meaningful and sustainable employment. If you would like assistance with your application, you can reach out to the program via the following link: https://www.rslqld.org/find-help/employment

Whitehaven Coal is an endorsed Circle Back Initiative Employer.

To be considered for this position you must have the right to work in Australia.

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