Project and Implementation Manager - HRIS

Job Description

Project and Implementation Manager - HRIS Suncare is committed to "Making People's Lives Better". We do this through providing innovative personal solutions that support people to live their life, their way. We are a Queensland based not-for-profit community services organisation and as a values-based organisation we want our staff to reflect the values that we live by: Innovative | Inclusive | Agile | Respectful | Authentic | Collaborative | Empathetic As the Project and Implementation Manager – HRIS you will lead the end-to-end HRIS project, ensuring alignment with business goals, customer experience goals, and data governance. You will manage vendor selection, system implementation, change management, and post-go-live optimisation, supporting the seamless integration with L&D, payroll, and workforce systems. The opportunity is available as a full-time role (Monday to Friday) on a maximum term contract for 12 months. Suncare offers the flexibility for hybrid work arrangements that include working at our Maroochydore office and from home. More about the role: Working closely with People and Culture, Payroll, ICT, and the Change Manager you will support the adoption and usability of the system across all employee lifecycle stages—from recruitment and onboarding through to offboarding and workforce analytics. You will be responsible for: HRIS Project Management: Lead end-to-end HRIS implementation, managing plans, budgets, risks, and integrations with existing systems such as payroll, L&D, rostering and award interpretation tools. Vendor and Stakeholder Management: Oversee vendor selection, contracts, and performance, collaborating with People and Culture, Payroll, IT, Finance, and Operations, to assist with a successful HRIS rollout. Employee Experience and Candidate Management: Facilitate smooth onboarding/offboarding, self-service tools, and optimized employee lifecycle processes, integrating HRIS with ATS and workforce planning. Learning and Development and Analytics: Integrate HRIS with LMS, align learning pathways, and support strategic workforce planning through effective reporting. Change Management: Partner with Change Manager to facilitate user adoption, deliver tailored training, manage impacts, and support continuous post-go-live improvements. What you will bring to our team: As a customer and continuous improvement focussed professional, we will value your significant experience in HRIS implementation, Technology, or HR/IT Business Analysis. You will possess: Demonstrated sound experience with HRIS platforms (e.g. Elmo, Employee Connect, Workday, UKG, Employment Hero, Oracle HCM, or similar) Demonstrated experience in vendor management, contract negotiation, and RFP processes Deep understanding of payroll, award interpretation, and HR compliance frameworks Experience integrating HRIS with payroll, rostering, L&D, and recruitment systems Proficiency in Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid project management methodologies Experience in leading change initiatives in collaboration with a Change Manager What we offer: Not for profit salary packaging benefits Flexible working options (including hybrid work from home and our Maroochydore office with onsite parking) A friendly, supportive team environment that values all voices Fitness Passport and health and wellbeing programs Employee Assistance Program Advanced technology to support you in your role Comprehensive induction plus ongoing training and development To be part of a supportive team in a rewarding, growth industry Apply now! Ready to join our team of over 750 staff and 175 volunteers? Please apply by including your resume and a cover letter outlining why you would be a great fit for this role. As part of the recruitment process, you may be requested to undertake background checks such as criminal history, pre-employment medical, demerit point/driving history and reference checks. Suncare is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Full-time Job function General Business, Project Management, and Human Resources Industries Community Services, Individual and Family Services, and Hospitals and Health Care #J-18808-Ljbffr