How Baraja transformed HR with simplicity, efficiency and ease

Bringing laser innovation to the construction industry

Baraja, an Australian company, has been making waves in laser technology. Originally designed for self-driving cars, their LiDAR (Light Analysis and Recognition) technology has found a new purpose—helping the construction and recycling industries detect materials like asbestos in concrete waste. It’s a game-changer for safety and efficiency.

As the business evolved, so did its team. At one point, Baraja had over 300 employees worldwide, but after a shift in focus, that number now sits at around ten. Keeping HR and admin simple across different locations became a top priority—and that’s where Employment Hero stepped in.

Everything in one place

Rodney George, who looks after finance, admin, and HR at Baraja, finds Employment Hero a lifesaver. “Employment Hero is where we store all our employee records, no matter where they are,” he says. With employees in Australia and previously the U.S., having everything in one place has been a huge win.

From storing important documents to handling payroll, Employment Hero keeps things running smoothly. “We were on the highest plan when we were bigger because we had custom employment contracts, and everything was managed within the system,” Rodney explains. Even as the team became smaller, the platform remained essential.

Easy onboarding and payroll

For Rodney, one of the best features is the onboarding process. “I think it’s fantastic. You send everything out, they fill it in, and off we go,” he says. This hands-off approach saves heaps of time, putting the responsibility back on employees to get their details sorted before day one.

Payroll is just as easy. “Super payments are great —you just press a few buttons, and it’s done.” With a small team, every minute saved counts, and being able to run payroll in minutes instead of hours is a big win.

Built for speed and simplicity

When asked how Employment Hero has helped in his role, Rodney says, “It’s just so fast and easy. Payroll takes no time at all.” With quick processing and easy reviewing, he can focus on other important parts of the business.

Another big plus is document storage and self-service for employees. “It’s a one-stop shop for our team. They can log in and see all their leave balances—annual, long service, sick leave—you name it.” This means fewer admin questions and more autonomy for employees.

Would Rodney recommend Employment Hero?

For businesses thinking about Employment Hero, Rodney keeps it real: “Implementing any system takes a bit of time, but it was a smooth transition and definitely worth it.”

Employment Hero has made life easier for Baraja, providing structure, efficiency, and an all-in-one HR solution. Whether you’re growing or downsizing, having a reliable and easy-to-use system makes a world of difference.

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