Time Capture Team Lead
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 9, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 9, 2026. Downer Group scores A on the Alion truth index.
The opportunity
We have an opportunity for an experienced Time Capture Lead to join our Energy and Utilities Support Services Hub on a 12 month fixed term contract, providing maternity leave cover.
In this leadership role, you will oversee a team of timesheet administrators responsible for workforce time capture and payroll support activities. You will ensure timesheet records are accurate, complete and submitted in line with critical payroll processing deadlines.
Working closely with Payroll Operations, Site Coordinators, supervisors and operational teams, you will provide strong governance across time capture processes, manage payroll related risks and support consistent practices across our operational sites.
What we’re looking for
You will be an organised and collaborative leader with experience across payroll administration, workforce time capture or payroll support. You will be comfortable working in a deadline driven operational environment where accuracy, communication and effective workload management are critical.
- Experience in payroll administration, workforce time capture or payroll support
- Previous experience supervising or coordinating a payroll or timesheet administration team
- Experience supporting payroll processes within an operational or project based environment
- Strong knowledge of workforce time capture and payroll input requirements
- Experience using workforce management systems such as WebTimes, Kronos or similar
- The ability to identify and resolve timesheet and payroll discrepancies
- Strong leadership and workload coordination capabilities
- Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills
- High attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities
What we offer
- Supportive and collaborative team environment
- Flexible working opportunities available
- Access to employee benefits and wellbeing programs
- Exposure to a large scale essential services business
- A culture focused on safety, inclusion and continuous improvement
About Energy & Utilities
Downer is a leading provider of integrated services in Australia and New Zealand. Through our Energy & Utilities business, we provide essential services that support our customers and communities.
We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences.
How to apply
If you are an experienced payroll or time capture professional looking for your next leadership opportunity, we would love to hear from you.
Please submit your application through the Downer careers portal.
Downer does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies. Please do not forward resumes to our recruitment team or hiring managers. Downer will not be responsible for any placement fees associated with unsolicited resumes.