Time & Attendance Program Manager

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We are an inclusive team who power two of the most iconic and loved brands, Kmart and Target. We have more than 50,000 passionate individuals across our stores, distribution centres, and offices around the globe.

With our brands touching the lives of almost two million customers every week, you’ll feel the impact of the work you’ll do every day. As a leader in the retail market, we’re optimistic about our future and yours. We’re changing at a rapid rate, giving you challenging work that you’ll be proud of.

Join the team

We are seeking a Time & Attendance Program Manager to take end‑to‑end accountability for Kmart Group’s Time & Attendance platform (UKG Pro).

This newly created role is responsible for the ongoing governance, stability and compliance of the system across our store and distribution centre network. You will work closely with Payroll, Workplace Relations, Store Operations and systems teams to ensure time and attendance processes are accurate, compliant with industrial obligations and fit for operational use.

This is a key role with a strong focus on risk management, system integrity and continuous improvement in a complex, high‑volume environment.

What you’ll be doing

• Own the Time & Attendance platform, including governance frameworks, system configuration decisions and documentation.
• Manage work intake, backlog prioritisation and delivery of system enhancements, fixes and operational changes.
• Partner with Payroll and Workplace Relations to ensure timekeeping practices support correct pay outcomes and regulatory compliance.
• Oversee system testing, release management and defect resolution to maintain platform stability.
• Lead and support the UKG Store Support Manager, providing clear direction, prioritisation and performance expectations.
• Develop and maintain reporting to support audits, compliance reviews and internal assurance activities.
• Translate industrial instruments, awards and enterprise agreements into compliant system and process outcomes.
• Identify and drive continuous improvement opportunities to reduce risk, manual intervention and complexity.
  
  

To be successful in this role you’ll have:

You will bring a strong operational mindset, attention to detail and confidence working within regulated environments.

You will ideally have:

• Proven experience in time & attendance, workforce management, payroll or pay compliance, ideally within a large, complex organisation.
• Hands‑on experience supporting or administering workforce management or T&A systems (UKG Pro experience preferred).
• Strong understanding of Australian industrial relations requirements as they relate to timekeeping and pay outcomes.
• Experience managing prioritisation and delivery in environments where accuracy and compliance are critical.
• Ability to work effectively with a range of stakeholders, including translating technical or industrial requirements into practical solutions.
• Strong problem‑solving skills, with a focus on risk mitigation and system integrity.
• Experience leading or coordinating team members or vendors (desirable).
• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Human Resources, Information Systems, Project Management or a related discipline are preferred.

Benefits we’ll offer you:

• Flexible hybrid working options through our Flex Where, Flex When, Flex Well policy.  
• A team member discount card that gives you a discount at Kmart, Target, Officeworks and Bunnings 
• Access to the Brighter Benefits program which entitles you to exclusive discounts and benefits in the areas of entertainment, travel, lifestyle, and health – with over 60 suppliers!  
• We want you to feel rewarded for your commitment and hard work that's why eligible team members get the opportunity to participate in a bonus program 
• We offer inclusive parental leave, and ongoing support offered though our partnership with Circle In for team members of all backgrounds and family circumstances  
• A dynamic learning and support program 
• Opportunity to fast track your career through our Mentor Program as a Mentee or Mentor 
• A Kudos recognition program, where you are nominated by your peers to spin a wheel, to win a stack of cool prizes 
• Great career opportunities across the broader Wesfarmers Group 

We celebrate the rich diversity of the communities in which we operate. We are committed to creating inclusive and safe environments where all our team members can contribute and succeed. We believe that all team members should feel valued, respected and safe, and strive to ensure our recruitment process is accessible and welcoming, with applications encouraged from all candidates.

We encourage you to tell us about any workplace adjustments that you would like, by emailing kmartgroupcareers@kmart.com.au.

If you would like to explore a career with Kmart and this sounds like the perfect role for you – apply now!

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