Dayforce Solutions Engineer
About the role
Fixed term contract position (12-month contract)
Based in Sydney
About us
Wesley Mission is a high profile, multi-faceted Christian organisation making a real difference in the community. We work with the most disadvantaged in our community by providing over 200 services ranging from aged care, homeless services, child and family care, counselling, employment, training and education, and health services.
Our Vision is “A Spirit-led disciple-making movement: doing all the good we can because every life matters”.
About the program
Develops and executes Wesley Mission's technology, digital, information management, cyber security, data, and AI strategies, ensuring technology capabilities support organisational objectives, operational excellence, regulatory compliance, and sustainable growth.
Ensuring that technology investments, systems, services, and information assets deliver measurable value to clients, staff, volunteers, and stakeholders whilst maintaining strong governance, security, and compliance outcomes.
About the role
We are currently seeking a Dayforce Solutions Engineer to join our Information Technology team. This is a newly created role, securing a 12 month contract based in Sydney.
You will be responsible for administration, configuration, optimisation, and support of the Dayforce HCM platform, ensuring reliable payroll, HR, workforce management, and reporting capabilities while maintaining legislative compliance and an integral part of the Dayforce implementation.
Essential criteria
Advanced Dayforce configuration and administration
Strong reporting, analytical and data integrity skills
Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication
Project coordination and problem-solving capability
Tertiary qualification in HR, IT, Business, or related discipline
Dayforce certification or equivalent demonstrated experience
Relevant ongoing professional development.
Current NSW driver licence
Current Working with Children Check clearance or willingness to obtain
Desirable criteria (optional)
Experience in a not for profit or community service organisation
SCHADS Award knowledge.
Power BI experience.
Project management qualification.
Cloud HRIS and integration experience.
other desired skills and knowledge required for the role.
Knowledge of Australian payroll, Fair Work Act, Modern Awards and STP.
Closing date
Monday 31 August 2026
Please send a copy of your CV/résumé and a cover letter addressing all the selection criteria. For further information, or to submit an application, please contact:
Contact name: Jodie Wake
Email: jodie.wake@wesleymission.org.au
Wesley Mission is a Christian organisation requiring all staff to affirm its values and Worker code of conduct. We are committed to providing an environment in which children can feel safe and valued.
The suitable applicant will be subject to the relevant pre-employment checks for appointment to positions within Wesley Mission. Wesley Mission is committed to diversity, inclusion and reconciliation. Guided by our vision of doing all the good we can because every life matters, we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and social demographics, and strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply.
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