Payroll Administrator

Nau mai, haere mai ki a Fulton Hogan | Join us at Fulton Hogan
We have an opportunity for an experienced Payroll Administrator to support our New Zealand Payroll in a 12-month fixed term role. You'll be a vital part of our NZ Payroll team, supporting payroll operations and helping us deliver reliable, compliant, and timely payroll services to our valued employees right across New Zealand.

Mō te tūranga | About the role
You will be part of a workplace built on respect, teamwork, and leadership, where your skills and energy are genuinely appreciated. Experience the satisfaction of contributing to large-scale projects and collaborating alongside a team committed to delivering excellence.

Ngā kawenga matua | Key responsibilities

• Manage accurate payroll data entry and timesheet processing using PayGlobal and our eTimesheet module
• Interpret and apply employment agreements and collective contracts, maintaining compliance with NZ payroll regulations
• Maintain employee master data, updating changes in Workday and our K2 payroll platform
• Resolve payroll queries and provide expert guidance to managers, employees, and HR colleagues
• Support regional payroll operations and collaborate with payroll officers and supervisors nationwide
• Calculate manual payments, enter payroll transactions, and generate payroll reports as needed
• Promote safety, quality, and continuous improvement across all payroll tasks

Kei te kimi mātou i tētahi e whai ana i ēnei pūkenga | We're looking for someone with

• Demonstrated experience in payroll administration within New Zealand
• Familiarity with payroll software (PayGlobal and/or Workday highly regarded)
• Sound understanding of NZ employment law and payroll best practices
• Intermediate Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Reliable, practical, and solution-focused approach to work
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Commitment to safety, inclusiveness, and teamwork

He pai te mahi, he pai ngā painga | Good work, good benefits

At Fulton Hogan, we genuinely care about the wellbeing of our people and giving them the tools and opportunities they need to succeed and grow with us. You'll have access to:

• Medical insurance and Life insurance after the eligibility period.
• KiwiSaver employer contributions after service milestones, up to 7%.
• Parental leave top‑up payment with additional return‑to‑work support.
• Ongoing training and development, with clear career growth and progression opportunities.
• Great discounts at a wide range of retailers.

Ko wai mātou | About us

Fulton Hogan is an integrated infrastructure, construction and services business working across New Zealand and Australia. We partner with clients and communities to design, build, operate and maintain critical assets - from bitumen and quarries to roads, water and energy. Our people are united by a simple purpose: to create, connect and care for communities, while reducing environmental impact and supporting more sustainable futures.

Learn more about us at Homepage - Fulton Hogan and apply to be part of our growing industry.

Me pēhea te tono | How to apply:

Applications close on 10 April 2026. Applications will be reviewed and shortlisted as we receive them and the advert may be closed early. Applications must be submitted through our portal. Applications submitted via email will not be considered.

All successful candidates must undergo and pass a pre‑employment medical and drug screen prior to employment.