People Systems Specialist Employee Lifecycle

About us

At Officeworks we make bigger things happen. Our customers, our team, and our community are our heart and soul. And if our brilliant people have taught us anything, it is that we can do all kinds of incredible things, each and every day.

Fast paced. Innovative. Inspiring. With close to 10,000 team members and a national footprint of more than 173 retail stores Australia wide – we’re focused on delivering a wide range, low price and great service. We’re about inspiring new ideas and thinking outside the box. We’re about kicking goals, having a laugh and pushing each other. We are about being rewarded and supported. We’re about teaching a customer something new and supporting the community. We’re about making a difference.

About the role

We’re looking for a People Systems Specialist on a 12 month fixed term contract to support and optimise our People Systems, with a strong focus on SuccessFactors Employee Central (EC) Employee Lifecycle modules including Recruitment, Onboarding, Performance & Goals, Compensation, Succession & Development, and Learning.

Supporting a large, complex workforce, you’ll partner closely with the business to improve people processes across the employee lifecycle. You’ll translate business requirements into scalable system solutions, working with Technology to deliver enhancements that improve user experience, increase automation, and drive better outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Support and optimise SuccessFactors EC lifecycle modules to meet evolving business needs


• Partner with stakeholders to translate people process requirements into system solutions


• Work closely with Technology to define, prioritise, and deliver system enhancements


• Maintain data integrity and support strong governance through effective system controls


• Support key people cycles (performance, remuneration, talent) through system readiness


• Deliver reporting and insights to support decision-making and improve workforce outcomes

About you

You’re a systems-focused HR professional who understands how technology can enable better people processes and experiences. You enjoy partnering with the business, solving problems, and continuously improving how systems support the employee lifecycle.

• Strong experience with SuccessFactors Employee Central, ideally across multiple lifecycle modules


• Experience supporting or optimising HRIS/People Systems in complex environments


• Ability to translate business requirements into system solutions and improvements


• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a systems-thinking mindset


• High attention to detail, particularly in data and system processes


• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills

Our culture

If you’re searching for an organisation that’s truly committed to its people, where you can thrive in a culture of togetherness, then join Officeworks and let’s make bigger things happen – for all of us!  We celebrate our teams’ uniqueness by offering genuine team member benefits to the Officeworks family:

• We’re all about giving you the flexibility you need to keep things balanced to suit your individual needs. 


• Enjoy generous discounts across Officeworks, Geeks2U, Bunnings, Kmart, Target and the wider Wesfarmers brands.


• Access to our Officeworks benefits program for exclusive discounts and perks across entertainment, travel, lifestyle, and health.


• Our Growing Families Policy supports team members during the exciting and challenging times of expanding their family


• We prioritise safety, mental health and wellbeing, offering access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) as well as other ongoing programs


• OurFlexible Public Holidays Policy supports those who observe cultural or religious holidays different from the standard public holidays in Australia


• Take advantage of outstanding learning and development programs to support your career growth


• Explore fantastic career opportunities across the broader Wesfarmers Group.

At Officeworks, we operate best when our team represents the communities we serve.  We proudly commit to providing a safe and supportive work environment for our team.  We encourage applications from all candidates of all ages, cultures (including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples), people with disabilities, and the LGBTQI+ community.