Payroll Officer

Payroll Officer

Payroll Officer

Rotorua Hospital

Permanent, part time (40 hours per fortnight)

Monday to Friday

We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic Payroll Officer to join our dedicated team based in Rotorua.

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders. Through integration and collaboration, we are building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whānau-centred care, and excellence.

Health New Zealand |Te Whatu Ora Lakes provides healthcare from its two modern and progressive general hospitals in Rotorua and Taupo, New Zealand. The Lakes district is becoming the lifestyle destination of choice and is well known for its many outdoor recreational activities, family friendly beaches, and a growing multi-cultural community. Working at Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora Lakes provides a great opportunity to balance an amazing lifestyle with a rewarding professional experience. As well as a supportive, inclusive and diverse work environment, Health New Zealand |Te Whatu Ora Lakes offer competitive salary, free staff parking, fee flu vaccination, discounts (with local businesses), and access to Employee Assistance Program.

About you

• Minimum of 3 years experience in a Payroll role
• Knowledge of payroll-related legislation, employment agreements, their interpretation, and application
• Experience with computerised payroll systems and processes; high level of computer literacy skills (including advanced knowledge of MS Excel and Outlook along with data entry skills)
• Proven ability to cope under pressure with a high volume of work
• High degree of numeracy skills and time data calculations with accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to set own priorities and meet deadlines without the need for constant supervision
• Good analytical, interpersonal, and problem solving skills
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills together with the ability to manage queries from customers in a professional and efficient manner.

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

To apply please click apply now. All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal before end of posting date. If you have any questions about the role, please contact vacancy@lakesdhb.govt.nz. The selection process starts from the date of advertising. Due to the fast-paced nature of our roles, the vacancy close date may be subject to change.

Job Reference: - ROT04254

Location: - North Island - Bay of Plenty - Rotorua

Job type: - Permanent Part time

Expertise: - Non-clinical - Administration

Closes: - 17-Aug-2026