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≈ $53k – $117k per year (Estimated)
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Employment
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Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 14, 2026. First seen by Alion on Aug 19, 2026. Brenntag scores B on the Alion truth index.

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Brenntag is a German chemicals and ingredients distributor headquartered in Essen that connects chemical producers with industrial customers through sourcing, warehousing, blending, repackaging and logistics services. Founded in Berlin in 1874 and listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange in the DAX, it runs its Essentials and Specialties divisions from about 700 sites in more than 70 countries with over 17,000 employees. It hires warehouse, chemical and production operators, drivers, mechanics and site managers for its distribution sites, plus external account managers, technical development managers, customer service representatives and finance and IT staff.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced HR Operations Specialist to join our ANZ HR team. Reporting to the ANZ HR Manager, you will support the delivery of payroll, HR operations, employee lifecycle processes, and Workday administration across Australia and New Zealand.

Working closely with our outsourced payroll provider (BIPO), you will ensure accurate and compliant payroll processing while maintaining employee data integrity and delivering a seamless employee experience.

Key Responsibilities

Payroll

  • Manage the relationship with BIPO.
  • Review payroll inputs, reconciliations, and exception reports.
  • Ensure accurate, timely, and compliant payroll processing.
  • Resolve payroll queries and support audits and compliance activities.

HR Operations & Employee Lifecycle

  • Manage onboarding, employment changes, leave administration, and offboarding.
  • Prepare employment contracts, variations, and employee communications.
  • Support annual remuneration and bonus review processes.
  • Act as a key contact for employee and manager HR/payroll enquiries.

Workday & Reporting

  • Maintain accurate employee data and HR records in Workday.
  • Conduct data audits and support system enhancements and testing.
  • Produce HR reports and workforce insights.
  • Identify opportunities to improve processes, efficiency, and automation.

About You

You will have:

  • Experience in HR Operations, Payroll, or HR Shared Services.
  • Experience managing outsourced payroll providers in Australia and/or New Zealand.
  • Strong understanding of payroll compliance and HR administration.
  • Hands-on Workday experience.
  • Excellent attention to detail, organisational, and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong stakeholder management and customer service capabilities.
  • Advanced Excel skills.

Preferred

  • Tertiary qualifications in HR, Business, Commerce, or a related field.
  • Experience supporting regional or multi-country HR operations.
  • Exposure to HR reporting, HRIS management, and process improvement initiatives.

Why Join Brenntag?

At Brenntag, you'll join a global leader in chemicals and ingredients distribution, supporting a collaborative and high-performing HR team.

What we offer:

  • Hybrid and flexible working
  • Great opportunity to broaden your HR career across payroll, HR operations, HRIS, reporting, and employee lifecycle management.
  • Additional annual Wellbeing Day
  • Life Insurance and Income Protection benefits
  • Supportive and inclusive culture
  • Exposure to regional and global HR projects
  • Mulgrave location with free undercover onsite parking
  • Attractive salary and annual bonus

If you're passionate about payroll, HR operations, and delivering a great employee experience, we'd love to hear from you.

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