UKG Specialist

Hawthorn Permanent View Job Description
Join a high-performing organisation where technology investment, executive support, and continuous improvement aren't just buzzwords - they're embedded into the culture.
  • Excellent remuneration
  • Drive transformation & change

About Our Client



Our client is a highly respected organisation undergoing an exciting phase of growth, transformation, and technology investment. With a strong focus on innovation, operational excellence, and employee experience, they have built a reputation as an employer of choice within their sector.

What truly sets this organisation apart is its commitment to investing in both people and systems. Significant resources are being dedicated to enhancing technology platforms, streamlining business processes, and driving data-led decision-making across the enterprise. The leadership team is highly regarded, accessible, and genuinely committed to empowering employees to succeed.

You'll be joining a collaborative, forward-thinking environment where your expertise will be valued, your ideas will be heard, and your contributions will directly influence business outcomes. This is a rare opportunity to become part of an organisation that embraces continuous improvement and provides the support, stability, and vision needed to deliver meaningful change.

Job Description

  • Act as the subject matter expert for the UKG platform across the business
  • Manage system configuration, maintenance, upgrades, and enhancements
  • Support workforce management processes including rostering, time and attendance, award interpretation, and payroll integration
  • Partner with stakeholders to gather requirements and deliver system improvements
  • Troubleshoot and resolve system issues while providing ongoing support and guidance
  • Develop and maintain reporting, dashboards, and workforce analytics
  • Identify opportunities to improve processes, automation, and system utilisation
  • Support testing, implementation, and change management initiatives
  • Ensure data integrity, compliance, and adherence to governance standards
  • Collaborate with external vendors and implementation partners where required



The Successful Applicant

  • Demonstrated experience supporting and administering UKG solutions
  • Strong understanding of workforce management principles including time and attendance, scheduling, workforce planning, and payroll integration
  • Experience configuring and optimising UKG modules
  • Strong troubleshooting and stakeholder management skills
  • The ability to translate business requirements into practical system solutions
  • Experience working across HR, Payroll, and operational business functions
  • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
  • A continuous improvement mindset with a passion for driving efficiencies through technology



What's on Offer

  • Genuine market leading remuneration - can be daily rate or fixed term
  • Opportunity to join a highly regarded, market-leading organisation
  • Significant investment in technology, systems, and transformation initiatives
  • Supportive and progressive leadership team
  • Collaborative and high-performing culture
  • Exposure to large-scale projects and system enhancements
  • Genuine opportunity to influence business outcomes and drive positive change
  • Competitive remuneration package and long-term career growth opportunities



Contact
Jonathan Dawson
Quote job ref
JN-072026-7056489
Phone number
+(61) 415142246

Job summary

Function
Accounting & Finance
Specialisation
Payroll
Industry
Healthcare / Pharmaceutical
Location
Hawthorn
Job Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Jonathan Dawson
Consultant phone
+(61) 415142246
Job Reference
JN-072026-7056489

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