Payroll Supervisor

About the role

LMS Energy is recruiting a Payroll Supervisor for its Unley, South Australia office. This position reports to the Group Leader – People and Culture and supports the payroll function in meeting key operational goals through close coordination and dependable day-to-day oversight.

The company is focused on emissions reduction and renewable fuel innovation across Australia. The role is available as either full-time or part-time and is suited to someone who wants to contribute to a mission-led organisation with a strong emphasis on collaboration, inclusion and continuous improvement.

Why join LMS Energy

LMS Energy describes its workplace as purpose-driven and inclusive, with accessible leadership that encourages teamwork, innovation and meaningful outcomes. The organisation also highlights ongoing learning and development opportunities that support both professional and personal growth. In its 2026 Engagement Survey, 93% of employees said they enjoy coming to work.

Commitment and benefits

• Flexible working options, a weekly wellbeing hour, access to ClassPass wellness and fitness services, and support through the Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Training and development in professional, safety and technical areas.
• Opportunities to contribute through volunteering and charitable activity, including a dedicated Give Back Day.
• A workplace that supports diversity, equity and inclusion through active committees and focus groups.
• Leave support that includes prorated long service leave, study leave and employer-paid parental leave.
• Caregiving support such as return-to-work assistance, continued superannuation during unpaid parental leave, temporary relief from performance objectives for returning parents, and wellbeing rooms with breastfeeding and childcare facilities.
• Recognition for service, safety and cultural contribution.

Role responsibilities

• Manage and approve fortnightly payroll so employees are paid in line with their employment terms, including superannuation, entitlements and tax obligations.
• Oversee preparation of rate sheets for new starters covering salary, tax, deductions, superannuation contributions and leave details for payroll processing.
• Supervise reconciliation and submission of Single Touch Payroll (STP) to the ATO after each pay run and at the end of the financial year.
• Make sure travel allowances, long-term travel payments, on-call bonuses, time in lieu, extra hours, terminations and performance bonuses are processed quickly and accurately.
• Ensure monthly and quarterly superannuation reconciliations are completed and ready for payment.
• Keep employee information updated in TechOne, including child support deductions and parental leave payments.
• Oversee preparation and payment of monthly and annual payroll tax returns across each state.
• Supervise annual WorkCover wage reporting to the relevant workers compensation authority.
• Ensure end-of-financial-year payroll activities are completed and system data is prepared for the next year.
• Improve payroll processes and procedures continuously, and assess whether TechOne remains suitable for growth and greater automation.
• Assign work within the payroll team and establish clear operating procedures.
• Serve as the main escalation contact for payroll issues or disputes, escalating to senior management when needed.
• Provide remuneration guidance to leaders and People & Culture, including salary benchmarking, market analysis, recommendations and support for remuneration reviews and workforce planning.

Requirements

• At least 10 years of payroll experience.
• Experience working with payroll systems; Technology One is preferred.
• Strong understanding of payroll laws and compliance requirements.
• High attention to detail with strong organisational ability.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Solid knowledge of payroll practices and compliance.
• Strong systems capability, including data integrity management, troubleshooting and identifying opportunities for process improvement and automation.
• Valid Australian driver’s licence.
• Alignment with LMS Energy’s values and workplace culture.

Additional information

This opportunity is for people who are committed to environmental sustainability and want to work in a collaborative, people-centred environment where innovation, integrity and impact are key values. LMS Energy is a WORK180 Endorsed Employer, recognised for its commitment to an inclusive and equitable workplace.

Employment is subject to a police check and proof of the right to work in Australia. The company also notes that it does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Agency submissions sent without prior HR approval are treated as unsolicited and will not be considered for candidate ownership or fee purposes. Agencies should not contact LMS employees regarding recruitment matters. Any agency questions should be directed to employment@lms.com.au.