Payroll Officer

About the Company

Brambles operates a global logistics platform through its CHEP brand, helping products move across markets more efficiently and with a lower environmental footprint. With operations in 60 countries and a workforce of about 13,000 people, the business supports major brands through a circular share-and-reuse model built around pallets, crates, and containers. The company is widely recognised for its sustainability focus and its scale across supply chain and logistics.

This opportunity sits within the APAC payroll team and is based in Macquarie Park. It is suited to someone ready to build on payroll experience in a regional role spanning seven countries. You will join an international organisation with a collaborative culture, strong learning support, and a flexible hybrid work model.

Role Overview

The Payroll Officer will be responsible for ensuring salaries, allowances, reimbursements, rewards, and deductions are processed accurately and on time for employees across the APAC region. The position reports to the Payroll Manager and includes full systems training. It offers exposure to both weekly and monthly payroll cycles across multiple countries.

Key Responsibilities

• Run and coordinate weekly and monthly payroll cycles for Australia, New Zealand, Thailand, Malaysia, Japan, India, and Singapore.
• Work closely with regional HR teams to collect the information needed for payroll processing.
• Look for ways to improve payroll workflows through better automation and streamlined administration.
• Apply awards, agreements, and workplace rules correctly so payroll remains compliant.
• Handle tax processing, deductions, reconciliation, and remittance.
• Investigate and resolve payroll questions, errors, and discrepancies quickly.

Requirements

• Previous experience in payroll, ideally in a large multinational business.
• Hands-on exposure to payroll systems such as ADP, Chris21, or similar platforms.
• Proven ability to interpret awards and agreements for payroll purposes.
• Strong accuracy, with the ability to juggle multiple competing priorities.
• Experience solving administrative issues through practical and creative approaches.
• Curiosity to learn and a drive to grow professionally.

Benefits

• Flexible hybrid working arrangement.
• Competitive salary with bonus opportunities.
• Paid volunteer leave of 3 days per year.
• Employee recognition and reward initiatives.
• Discounts with partner brands.
• Up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave for primary carers and 2 weeks for secondary carers.
• Strong career development opportunities across functions and regions.
• Option to purchase Brambles shares.
• Supportive learning and development culture.

Additional Information

Applicants must have full working rights in Australia, as sponsorship is not available for this role at present.

Brambles is committed to equal opportunity, diversity, and inclusion. The company does not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or any other protected characteristic.

Applicants should also be aware of recruitment fraud risks. Brambles and CHEP do not conduct interviews through online chat and never request money as part of employment. If any interview or offer seems suspicious, the company advises contacting [email protected] to verify legitimacy.

About the Team Culture

The team is described as friendly, energetic, and collaborative, with a strong emphasis on shared success, engagement, and teamwork. The workplace values diverse perspectives and working styles, aiming to reflect the communities and customers it serves.