Payroll & Workforce Software for Construction & Trades
BetterPayroll for Construction & Trades is purpose-built for Aussie builders, tradies, and contractors, helping you manage payroll, STP reporting, award compliance, and workforce tracking from site to office.
Helping Construction & Trades Businesses
Built for the Industry
Designed to handle multiple sites, varying award rates, subcontractors, and labour hiring models unique to construction.
Reduce Payroll Risks
A recent Australian survey found that 20% of employers in the construction industry suspect they are paying staff incorrectly. In comparison, only 59% feel confident about payroll accuracy, highlighting the risk of non-compliance and wage theft penalties.
Stay Compliant & Confident
Automatically stay aligned with Modern Awards, STP Phase 2, SuperStream, and enterprise agreements to avoid costly ATO fines and legal penalties.
Speed Up Payroll Processing
Streamlined workflows paired with award and EBA interpretation reduce processing time by up to 80%, saving hours per pay cycle.
Key Features for Building & Trading Businesses
Digital Timesheets & Approvals
Mobile-first time entry with geo‑location and supervisor approvals ensures accurate shift capture in real-time.
Automated Award Interpretation
Supports project-based pay on rates, allowances, overtime rules, and EBA compliance across different sites and roles.
One-Click STP Reporting
Submit pay run data, including income types, TFNs, and super, directly to the ATO with full Phase 2 compliance and real-time validation.
Job & Cost Centre Payroll
Allocate wages to specific jobs or cost centres for better visibility and project cost tracking, ideal for construction budgeting and financial oversight.
SuperStream & Super Automation
Auto‑calculate and lodge super contributions, manage fund selections (including SMSFs), and adhere to mandatory payment deadlines.
Integration-Friendly
Seamlessly connect with platforms like Xero to maintain unified financial and payroll data across systems.
Benefits for Your Industry
| Benefit | Why It Matters for Construction & Trades |
|---|---|
| Error-Free Payroll | Reduces mis-rates, unlawful overtime, and wage theft risks |
| Audit-Ready Records | Keeps clean compliance history across multiple worksites |
| Mobile First | Enables timesheet entries and approvals directly from the job site |
| Scalable Platform | From small crews to large sites, our software grows with you |
| Fine-Tuned Costing | Job-level payroll data helps monitor profitability per project |
What Sets BetterPayroll Apart
Local Expertise & Support
We’re Australian-owned and fully aligned with ATO payroll regulations. Our support team understands construction industry challenges and helps you stay compliant without the confusion.
Designed for Builders & Tradies
Unlike generic payroll systems, ours is tailored for real-world site complexity and built for rugged environments and mobile workflows.
Designed for Builders & Tradies
Unlike generic payroll systems, ours is tailored for real-world site complexity and built for rugged environments and mobile workflows.
Proven Efficiency Gains
Users report massive time savings and enhanced oversight compared to manual systems or spreadsheet-based tools.
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Trusted By Real Clients
Thousands of small and medium-sized construction businesses in Australia rely on BetterPayroll to manage their site-based workforce accurately and compliantly. Our platform meets diverse award requirements, from apprenticeship rules to enterprise agreements and site penalties, with ease.