Payroll Manager -Taranaki

18 month Fixed term | Full-time | Taranaki

A great opportunity to lead payroll delivery in a dynamic, transformative environment

Join Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora—Aotearoa's largest employer—as we continue to shape a strengthened, people-centred health system. This position offers the chance to lead a high-performing district payroll team, contribute to national payroll objectives, and support equitable health outcomes for the Taranaki community.

Why this is a great role

This is your opportunity to play a key leadership role within a national network of Payroll Managers, ensuring payroll excellence and supporting the delivery of safe, accurate, and timely pay services for our kaimahi.
Working in a system undergoing positive transformation, you'll influence payroll operations, contribute to nation-wide improvement initiatives, and help build a culture grounded in Te Mauri o Rongo – our New Zealand Health Charter.

Benefits

• Join a supportive national payroll leadership network
• Lead a team of skilled payroll specialists
• Be part of a health system delivering meaningful impact across Aotearoa
• Ongoing professional development opportunities
• A workplace that values diversity, inclusion, equity and the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi

About the Role

As the Payroll Manager – Taranaki, you will provide leadership, expertise, and operational management across local payroll activities. Leading a team of 13, you will oversee the delivery of accurate and timely payroll services, champion continuous improvement, and ensure legislative and contractual compliance.

You will work collaboratively with district and national payroll leaders, HR, finance, and operational teams to support organisational goals. This role also carries responsibility for team capability, system accuracy, risk management, audit oversight, and strategic planning.

About You

You will bring strong people leadership and deep payroll expertise, ideally gained in large and complex environments.

You will have:

• 10+ years' payroll experience, including 5+ years in leadership roles
• Strong understanding of the Holidays Act 2003 and related employment legislation
• Experience working with multiple CEAs/IEAs and complex payroll environments
• Proficiency with data analysis, reporting tools (Excel, Power BI, Visio), and payroll/rostering systems
• Demonstrated commitment to equity, Te Tiriti o Waitangi, and Pae Ora values
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and relationship-building skills

Desired:

• Experience in implementing Te Tiriti o Waitangi in practice
• Knowledge of StarGarden system
• Advanced understanding of relevant employment legislation

Working at Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora

We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. We value inclusion, belonging and the contributions of every kaimahi.

How to Apply

To apply, please click “Apply Now”.
All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by Tuesday 24th November 2026 

For further information, please contact:  Cherushka Pillay @ cherushka.pillay@tewhatuora.govt.nz