People Systems & Rewards Analyst

Melbourne is Australia’s fastest growing city, and public transport is vital to keeping it moving. Since 2009, Metro has proudly operated and maintained a world-class train service and delivered major transport projects that shape the future of our city. Guided by our value of Safely Always, we are one team dedicated to ensuring everyone gets home safely while helping to connect and create a better Melbourne.

About the role

The People Systems Team has an exciting opportunity for a People Systems and Reward Analyst to join the team. In this role you’ll manage the administration for the People Systems and Rewards program to provide data-driven analysis, insights and recommendations to ensure the People Delivery teams and leaders have accurate data to streamline processes to provide inform decisions.

This is a permanent role based out of our Collins street location.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver people analytics, reporting and insights to support workforce, rewards and strategic people initiatives, leveraging HR systems and connected data sources.

• Develop and maintain self-service reporting solutions and dashboards using tools such as Power BI, reporting platforms and Excel to improve efficiency and decision-making.

• Coordinate and support remuneration and rewards programs, including annual review cycles, position grading, salary benchmarking and out-of-cycle remuneration activities.

• Manage recurring rewards processes and employee recognition initiatives, ensuring accuracy, compliance and a positive employee experience.

• Conduct data quality audits, reporting analysis and post-review evaluations to identify trends, improve data integrity and drive continuous improvement.

• Partner with stakeholders across the business to provide expert advice on people systems, reporting capabilities and rewards processes.

• Support the enhancement of People Systems through testing, troubleshooting, requirements gathering and participation in continuous improvement initiatives.

• Administer employee benefits programs, external reporting and compliance activities while maintaining policies, documentation and governance standards.

• These are written in a concise, job-ad style and focus on outcomes rather than detailed tasks.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in HR, Business Administration, Data Analytics, or a related field.

• Experience in managing and administering reward processes, including salary reviews, bonus programs, employee benefits and non-monetary recognition

• Understanding of compensation frameworks and job evaluation systems, including familiarity with tools like Mercer IPE and external salary benchmarking practices

• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting using tools such as Power BI, Excel (including advanced functions and macros) and other data visualization tools

• Experience with People systems (e.g., HRIS platforms like SAP SuccessFactors, Workday) for system administration, data entry and reporting

• Attention to detail in managing data accuracy, processing reward programs and preparing reports

• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills to work effectively with internal teams, managers and other stakeholders

• Knowledge of compliance and employment legislation related to compensation, remuneration and benefits.

• Problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to identify issues and offer data-driven solutions

• Ability to distil complex data and analytics into easily understood information leaders can utilise to inform business decisions

Next Steps

If this role resonates with your values, experience, and career growth, then please apply before the due date and be part of Melbourne’s growing rail network!

Applications for this role will close on 18th of August.

Metro is committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process for candidates with specific access needs. Candidates who require adjustments are encouraged to declare this in their application, so that the contact person for the position can discuss your needs.

Metro’s commitment to an inclusive workforce

At Metro, we move Melbourne and we’re powered by our people. We’re committed to building a workforce that reflects our diverse communities and celebrates the unique perspectives each person brings. Inclusion, respect and opportunity shape how we work and we invite you to join us in creating a workplace where everyone can thrive.