The Royal Melbourne Hospital is one of Australia’s leading public healthcare providers.

Join the team. Build a career. We are looking for a passionate and dedicated individual to join The Royal Melbourne Hospital.

Rostering Systems Administrator

• Full time ongoing opportunity | Hybrid working arrangements
• Hands‑on role supporting critical rostering systems across multiple health services
• 5 weeks annual leave | Salary Packaging | Career progression

About the Role

Join Melbourne Health Financial Shared Services (MHFSS) as a Rostering Systems Administrator and play an important role in supporting the systems that underpin rostering and payroll across The Royal Melbourne Hospital.

Reporting to the Payroll Systems Manager, you’ll provide technical and administrative support across rostering systems, helping maintain data accuracy, system integrity and a positive experience for users. Working closely with Payroll, People & Culture, Finance, IT and operational teams, you’ll contribute to the smooth and effective use of rostering systems across a large and complex health service.

This role is well suited to someone who enjoys working with systems, solving problems and improving processes, with the opportunity to build your expertise in rostering and payroll systems while making a meaningful contribution to the people and services of RMH.

Key Accountabilities

• System Support & Maintenance – Support the day-to-day administration of payroll and rostering systems, including user access, data updates and configuration changes, with a focus on critical activities throughout the pay fortnight.
• User Support & Training – Provide first-level support to system users, responding to queries and resolving issues relating to system functionality, data entry and reporting.
• Testing & Implementation – Participate in testing and implementation of system upgrades, patches and new functionality, helping ensure changes are accurate and fit for purpose.
• Reporting & Analytics – Generate routine and ad hoc reports from payroll and rostering systems to support operational requirements and informed decision-making.
• Compliance & Governance – Maintain system configurations in line with relevant legislation, industrial awards, Enterprise Bargaining Agreements (EBAs) and internal policies and procedures.

About You

You will bring:

• Experience supporting rostering systems (e.g. RosterOn or similar)
• A sound understanding of payroll processes, awards and enterprise agreements
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to data accuracy
• Clear communication skills and a customer‑focused approach
• The ability to manage competing priorities and work collaboratively
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and reporting/data analysis tools
• A willingness to learn and contribute to system enhancements

Desirable:

• Qualifications or training in payroll, HR systems, or information system

Benefits of Working at RMH

• Meaningful Work
  Make a real difference in the lives of patients, families and our community.
• Career Growth
  Access learning, development, and diverse career opportunities.
• Supportive Culture & Belonging
  Join in a diverse and values-led organisation built on kindness, collaboration and inclusion.
• Innovation
  Help shape the future of healthcare through research, technology and new models of care.
• World-Class Excellence
  Work alongside leading healthcare professionals at one of Australia's premier public hospitals, within the Parkville Precinct—one of the world's leading biomedical and research precincts.
• Enjoy great employee benefits
  Salary packaging of up to $12,000 tax free and generous leave entitlements, including additional annual leave and a monthly accrued day off for eligible full-time staff (role/EBA dependent).

• Work in the Parkville Precinct
  Work in the Parkville precinct with excellent public transport, onsite parking options and access to staff health services.

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Interested?

Click Apply to submit your application, please include a cover letter and resume.

Interviews may commence as applications are received. Early applications are encouraged as the role may close once filled.

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Record Check and satisfactory Working With Children Check.

The RMH is committed to creating a culturally safe environment as a collective responsibility. We draw on our principles of self-determination, equity, accountability, and shared learning to create a culturally responsive health system that challenges how we strive for continuous quality improvement to meet the expectations of the communities and patients we serve.

RMH is a child safe organisation, committed to upholding the rights, safety, and wellbeing of children and young people in line with the Child Safe Standards.

As a leader in healthcare, we recognise the need to foster a culture of equity, inclusion, and belonging. We encourage people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities to apply, and will provide adjustments to support equitable participation.