Job Description

• Shape reliable payroll systems that support people, performance, and purpose
• Permanent Full-time position
• Salary starting from $135k base + Super + Salary Packaging
• National role can be based in any state + flexible WFH

Discover life-giving possibilities

Lifeblood is more than just a job or a career, it’s an opportunity to be part of something that matters. As an organisation, our purpose is simple: life giving donations, for life changing outcomes. Together, we want to help you build a fulfilling career with Lifeblood.

About the role

Working within the People & Culture Division, the Senior Systems Specialist – Chris21 plays a key role in supporting Lifeblood’s payroll and HRIS environment, including the myDETAILS self-service platform. As the technical subject matter expert, this role ensures the system is configured, optimised and performing reliably, delivering accurate payroll outcomes, compliant reporting, and smooth integration with connected systems.

Bringing strong technical expertise, the role works across system configuration, complex reporting, bulk data processing, integrations, and data integrity and analysis. It contributes to the ongoing reliability of payroll operations, helps manage system risk, and supports continuous improvement across payroll and people processes—making a meaningful impact for employees and the broader organisation.

Sound interesting? Here’s what we’re looking for:

• Expert-level knowledge of the Chris21 payroll system, including advanced configuration, complex reporting and end-to-end payroll processing.
• Extensive experience supporting payroll systems within a large, complex organisation (typically 2,000+ employees), operating across multiple industrial instruments and pay structures.
• Proven experience in a Chris21 systems administration or technical specialist role, with accountability for system configuration, upgrades, enhancements and ongoing technical support.
• Strong expertise in data integrations and interfaces, including an understanding of data flows, validation controls, error handling and reconciliation processes.
• Demonstrated application of robust system controls, including access management, role-based permissions, segregation of duties, and regular data audits and reconciliations.
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to diagnose complex system and payroll issues and implement sustainable, risk-aware solutions.
• Full EOY Process, Upgrades and Testing.
• Data Integration (daily housekeeping and testing - for both myTime to the cloud and biannual SAP upgrade)

Benefits and Wellbeing

We place our employee's well-being at the forefront and express gratitude and care for one another. As an Australian Workplace Equality Index recognised employer and one of Australia’s menopause-friendly organisations, we celebrate diversity and support all our people.

In addition to being a part of an organisation that is the heartbeat of the nation, you will have access to the following:

• Ability to purchase additional annual leave
• Access to salary packaging with an option to package up to $15,900 for living expenses and $2,650 for meals and entertainment
• 14 weeks paid parental leave - no waiting period for either parent
• Our dedicated employee assistance program - Sonder that you can access 24/7 from an app on your phone
• Plus, many more!

Is Lifeblood your reason? Apply NOW!

We are a 2025 Circle Back Initiative Employer and commit to respond to every applicant. You’ll hear from us with an outcome after your application has been reviewed and assessed. For further details on this position, or if you require adjustments during any stage of the recruitment process, we encourage you to reach out to Svet via ssubotic@redcrossblood.org.au.

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This vacancy is being managed directly by Lifeblood’s Talent Acquisition team. We won’t accept candidates from external recruitment agencies on this occasion.