Senior Dayforce Consultant (BBBH12588) Melbourne, Australia

Salary: plus superannuation

Senior Dayforce WFM Consultant 

Permanent

Melbourne preferred (not a deal breaker if not)

Hybrid working arrangements

 

Overview

As a Senior Dayforce WFM Consultant, you play a critical role in delivering complex Workforce Management (WFM) solutions using Ceridian Dayforce. You will lead end-to-end implementations, optimisations, and transformation initiatives, helping clients maximise the value of their Dayforce investment.

You act as a trusted advisor to clients, providing expert guidance across workforce management processes including time & attendance, scheduling, award interpretation, and compliance. You will work closely with stakeholders to design scalable, efficient solutions aligned to best practice and legislative requirements.

As a senior member of the team, you will also mentor consultants, contribute to capability uplift, and drive a culture of continuous improvement and delivery excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Dayforce WFM Implementation & Transformation

  • Lead end-to-end Dayforce WFM implementations, including discovery, design, configuration, testing, and deployment.
  • Deliver system optimisation and transformation initiatives focused on Time & Attendance, Scheduling, and Workforce Planning.
  • Configure Dayforce WFM modules including pay rules, work assignments, schedules, and award interpretation.
  • Support system migrations, upgrades, and integration activities within the Dayforce ecosystem.

Advisory & Stakeholder Engagement

  • Act as a subject matter expert in Dayforce WFM, providing strategic and operational guidance to clients.
  • Build strong, trusted relationships with key stakeholders across HR, Payroll, and Operations teams.
  • Translate complex business requirements into scalable Dayforce solutions.
  • Facilitate workshops, design sessions, and training programs for client teams.

Problem Solving & Solution Delivery

  • Troubleshoot complex WFM and system-related issues, ensuring minimal disruption to business operations.
  • Identify root causes of system or process inefficiencies and implement sustainable solutions.
  • Proactively identify risks and develop mitigation strategies across project and operational environments.

Compliance & Best Practice

  • Ensure Dayforce configurations align with Australian workforce legislation, awards, and enterprise agreements.
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of legislative changes impacting WFM and payroll outcomes.
  • Advise clients on compliance obligations and system-driven controls within Dayforce.

Process Improvement & Optimisation

  • Identify opportunities to streamline workforce processes and increase automation within Dayforce.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance system performance and user experience.
  • Recommend enhancements and best practice approaches to maximise system utilisation.

Leadership & Mentorship

  • Mentor and support junior consultants, fostering technical and functional development.
  • Contribute to internal capability building, knowledge sharing, and solution standardisation.
  • Provide leadership across project teams, ensuring high-quality delivery and client outcomes.

Work Ethic & Delivery Excellence

  • Take full ownership of deliverables and client outcomes, operating with a high level of autonomy.
  • Manage multiple projects and priorities effectively in a fast-paced consulting environment.
  • Maintain a strong focus on quality, detail, and client satisfaction.

 

Key Skills & Experience

  • Proven experience delivering Dayforce WFM implementations and/or optimisation projects.
  • Strong expertise in Time & Attendance, Scheduling, and award interpretation within Dayforce.
  • Deep understanding of Australian workforce legislation and compliance requirements.
  • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving capability.
  • Experience mentoring or leading consultants in a project environment.

 

If this sounds like you, please apply within!