UKG Specialist

Melbourne CBD Permanent AU$180,000 - AU$190,000 per year Work from Home or Hybrid View Job Description
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.
  • Genuine market-leading remuneration package
  • Outstanding WFH flexibility

About Our Client



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.

Job Description

  • 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

The Successful Applicant

  • 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



What's on 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



Contact
Jonathan Dawson
Quote job ref
JN-062026-7050285
Phone number
+(61) 415142246

Job summary

Function
Accounting & Finance
Specialisation
Payroll
Industry
Healthcare / Pharmaceutical
Location
Melbourne CBD
Job Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Jonathan Dawson
Consultant phone
+(61) 415142246
Job Reference
JN-062026-7050285
Work from Home
Work from Home or Hybrid

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