Staff management software for shift‑based teams
Rosters, time tracking, payroll, HR and team communication — all in one platform for shift-based businesses.
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Rosters, payroll-ready timesheets and HR in one system.
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Award compliance built in — no manual calculations
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Australian-based support that understands your business
See how RosterElf simplifies staff management
Staff management software for every part of the shift
Rosters, time clocks, award rates, payroll-ready timesheets and HR in one app.
One workforce platform — built for Australian teams
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Create smart schedules in minutes
Quickly create and share rosters from any device—save time and reduce last-minute chaos.
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Control your labour costs
See wage costs in real-time as you build rosters. Stay on budget before you publish.
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Fill shifts with the right people
Perfect Match® suggests available, qualified staff based on skills, availability and cost.
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Easy, fast, and staff-friendly
Staff get instant notifications and can view rosters, swap shifts and update availability from the app.
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GPS-verified clock-ins
Know exactly when and where staff clock in with GPS location capture and photo verification.
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Eliminate buddy punching
Photo ID and GPS ensure the right person clocks in at the right location.
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Real-time attendance tracking
See who's on shift, who's late, and who's missing—all from your dashboard.
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Timesheet approvals made simple
Review and approve timesheets with one click. Flag exceptions automatically.
Explore timesheets
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Automate penalty rates
RosterElf calculates overtime, weekend rates and public holiday pay automatically.
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Award rules on every shift
Award rules, penalties and allowances are applied as you roster, so fewer pay calculations are done by hand.
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Reduce payroll disputes
Accurate pay builds trust. Staff see exactly how their pay is calculated.
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One-click Xero & MYOB export
Send award-interpreted timesheets directly to your payroll software in seconds.
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Payroll-ready timesheets
Hours, rates and allowances calculated and formatted—ready for payroll.
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Eliminate manual data entry
No more copying numbers between systems. Reduce errors and save hours.
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Full audit trail
Track every change to timesheets with complete history for compliance.
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Digital onboarding & contracts
Send contracts, policies and tax forms digitally so new starters complete everything before day one — no printing, chasing or filing.
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Certifications, policies & procedures
Track required documents, expiries and acknowledgements so nothing slips through the cracks — built for Australian workplaces.
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Leave & availability management
Manage leave requests, balances and approvals in one system, synced with rosters to avoid clashes and short staffing.
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Centralised employee records
Store employee details, documents, certifications and history securely in one place, always up to date and easy to access.
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In-app team messaging
Message individuals, teams or your whole workforce—all within RosterElf.
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Shift notifications
Staff get instant alerts for new rosters, shift changes and open shifts.
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Announcements
Share important updates with read receipts so you know who's seen them.
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Keep work chat separate
No more WhatsApp groups. Keep work communication professional and private.
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Real-time labour insights
See labour costs, hours worked and budget tracking at a glance.
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Attendance reports
Track late arrivals, no-shows and overtime patterns across your team.
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Cost forecasting
Predict wage costs before you publish rosters. Stay within budget.
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HR & compliance reports
Download reports for payroll, compliance audits or management reviews.
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Trusted by 30,000+ workplaces
Rated on Xero · Google · G2 · Capterra
Results for your people, and your bottom line
to roster 86 staff at Toowoomba Catholic Kindergartens
faster payroll at Bush Kids Childcare
lower software cost at Pressed Earth
for managers to learn RosterElf at The Embassy
Results reported by the customers named. Individual results may vary.
Reviews from our customers
Andrew Nathan
November 13, 2025
"We are extremely happy with Roster Elf, it's a great improvement on the previous system we were using. Sean and all the staff have been fantastic, really know their stuff and make using RosterElf a pleasure."
Monica Van De Laak
October 16, 2025
"Sean was an amazing help, very patient and thorough."
Mary C.
October 13, 2025
"I can see my roster, enter availability, put leave in advance and clock on and off easily."
Built for shift-based industries across Australia
RosterElf is trusted by thousands of Australian businesses where compliance, payroll accuracy and staff coordination matter.
Hospitality
Rosters, award compliance and payroll for fast-moving hospitality teams.
Retail
Flexible rosters and labour control for multi-location retail teams.
Healthcare
Workforce compliance, time tracking and payroll for care-based teams.
Childcare
Award-aware rostering and staff compliance for early learning centres.
Clubs & pubs
Simplified rostering and payroll for licensed venues and clubs.
Services & trades
Mobile time tracking and payroll for on-the-go teams.
Trusted by Australian businesses
From local cafés to national retail chains, Australian businesses roster, pay and manage their teams with RosterElf.
Staff management software vs manual methods
See how staff management software compares to spreadsheets and paper-based rostering.
| What you need | Spreadsheets | Paper / WhatsApp | Staff Management Software |
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| Create rosters | Manual (hours) | Manual + errors | Automated (minutes) |
| Share with staff | Email/print | SMS/WhatsApp | App + notifications |
| Track actual hours | Separate system | Manual timesheets | Built-in clock in/out |
| Calculate pay | Manual formulas | Calculator | Auto with awards |
| Handle swaps | Endless messages | Phone calls | Self-service in app |
| Compliance | Hope for best | No audit trail | Automated checks |
| Mobile access | Limited | None | Full mobile app |
| Cost | "Free" + 4hrs/week | "Free" + chaos | From $6 per active employee/month, billed annually, excluding GST |
Solve the hardest workforce problems — without adding admin
Build accurate rosters with confidence
Create rosters with the right people, skills and coverage for every shift.
Built-in checks help prevent under-staffing, over-staffing and last-minute changes that disrupt operations.
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Award rules applied automatically
Award rules, penalties and allowances are applied as rosters are built — not after payroll runs.
That helps reduce backpay issues and the work of keeping up with changing award conditions.
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Reduce payroll errors
Rostered hours, breaks and award rates flow directly into payroll — eliminating manual re-entry and costly mistakes.
Timesheets are checked before export, so staff are paid correctly the first time, every time.
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Cut hours of manual admin every week
Automate repetitive tasks like rostering, approvals, timesheets and leave tracking.
Managers spend less time on admin and more time running the business.
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Control labour costs before they blow out
See the cost impact of rosters in real time, including penalties and overtime.
Make informed decisions before shifts are published — not after payroll is processed.
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Keep staff aligned and informed
Share rosters, shift updates and announcements in one secure workplace app.
Reduce missed messages, no-shows and confusion caused by SMS or WhatsApp groups.
Explore team communication
See how Australian businesses thrive with RosterElf
From childcare centres to hospitality venues, discover how teams save time and simplify operations.
Bush Kids Childcare
Up to 95% faster payroll
The Embassy
45 min manager training
Pressed Earth
Half the software cost
Inspire Care SA
Easy team adoption
Bagel O's
2.5+ years loyal
Toowoomba Catholic
5 min rosters for 86 staff
Still comparing the usual suspects?
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All-in-one rostering, HR & time tracking. Top-rated Xero app with award compliance.
Employee scheduling, time tracking, and team communication app with Xero integration.
Staff scheduling and time tracking with Xero integration. One-click timesheet to invoice.
HR, payroll & benefits platform. Syncs employee data with Xero.
Source: Xero App Store Australia. Last checked 10 November 2026.
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Simple pricing that scales with your team
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Core
Rostering and time & attendance
Payroll-ready timesheets & awards
per user per month
every active employee, logged in or not
+ GST, billed annually
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Rostering, payroll & HR in one
Payroll & HR tools in one system
per user per month
every active employee, logged in or not
+ GST, billed annually
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HR tools only
Onboarding, documents & policies
per user per month
every active employee, logged in or not
+ GST, billed annually
Start free trialReal support from people who understand your business
At RosterElf, support isn't a ticket system — it's part of the product.
More about our support
Our Australian-based team helps you set up correctly, understand award rules, and stay compliant as your business changes. No scripts. No offshore handoffs. Just real help when you need it.
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Guided setup and onboarding
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Award and payroll questions answered
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Ongoing help as your team grows
Latest insights
Tips and guides for Australian businesses
The complete guide to Australian award rates in 2026
Minimum wages, penalty rates and allowances under Fair Work — plus the 2026/27 review: award rates up 4.75% and a $26.44/hr minimum wage from 1 July 2026.
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Staff management software FAQs
- Import your employees via CSV, configure your roster templates, and you're ready to publish your first schedule. Our team provides free onboarding assistance.
- No installation required. RosterElf is 100% cloud-based and works in any modern web browser. Employees download the free mobile app from the App Store or Google Play to view rosters and clock in.
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- Yes, all plans include a free 15-day trial with full access to every feature. No credit card required. Start your free trial today and see how RosterElf works for your business.
- After your trial, simply choose a plan that suits your team size. Nothing is charged when the trial ends, and there is nothing to cancel — it simply expires after 15 days. If you need more time to evaluate, contact our support team for an extension.