Workforce Planning Lead (AO6) | Flexible Location | Up to $148k p.a.

Are you a strategic, data-driven leader ready to shape the future of healthcare? Central Queensland Health is seeking a Workforce Planning Lead for a high-impact, permanent full time role. This position offers exceptional flexibility, allowing you to work remotely while contributing to our vision of 'Great Care for Central Queenslanders'.

Use strategic analysis, scenario modelling, and data-driven insights to address workforce gaps, strengthen sustainability, and drive optimisation across the Central Queensland region.

Escape the commute, deliver with purpose. Apply today.

Job details

Remote Work. Real Impact. Your future.

Tired of the commute? Central Queensland Health is offering you the opportunity to become a permanent full time Workforce Planning Lead, with flexible work options. We're looking for an experienced analyst to drive the strategic development and sustainability of our regional healthcare workforce. Use your data expertise to model future staffing needs, mitigate risks, and ensure 'Great Care for Central Queenslanders'. If you want a challenging role with a competitive total package up and the freedom of remote work, apply today! 

About us:

The Strategy, Planning and Expansion Division leads the strategic direction, health service planning, and capital expansion of Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service. The division ensures that Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service (CQHHS) is positioned to meet the current and future health needs of our diverse communities by delivering integrated, purposefully designed services and infrastructure.

About the role:

• Coordinate the entire planning lifecycle, providing expert strategic analysis, research, and comprehensive data reporting to address Central Queensland Health needs.
• Use diagnostic expertise to develop scenario-based workforce models and deliver actionable solutions to mitigate risk and strengthen long-term workforce sustainability.
• Develop strategies that translate complex data insights into strategic initiatives, ensuring alignment with organisational priorities, budget, and industrial frameworks.
• Serve as a key change agent, partnering across the organisation (from service leaders to OD) to successfully implement and embed workforce planning initiatives.
• Make a tangible impact by ensuring Central Queensland Health has "the right workforce, with the right skills, in the right place, now and into the future."

About you:

• Proven track record in a senior workforce planning or comparable role, with demonstrated success in driving streamlined patient flow and optimal outcomes.
• Ability to design and execute a comprehensive, integrated workforce planning approach within a large, complex organisational environment like a Health Service.
• Expert ability to interpret workforce data, use information management systems, conduct trend analysis and forecasting, and develop/test workforce scenarios.
• Proven capability to provide sound, independent judgment and strategic advice, delivering contemporary, patient-centred workforce solutions to service leaders.
• Highly developed written skills for preparing strategies, reports, and presentations, coupled with outstanding interpersonal and negotiation skills to maintain strong internal and external relationships.

What we offer:

Total remuneration value of up to $148,323 p.a. is comprised of:

• An hourly rate between $61.20 - $65.56 p.h.
• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
• 17.5% leave loading

Additional Benefits

• Ongoing Professional Development and Education Opportunities
• Flexible Work-Life Balance and Variety
• Generous Salary Sacrificing Options
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Discounted Private Health Insurance
• Fitness Passport

How to apply:

To apply, please submit the following:

• Your current CV or resume, including referees.
• A cover letter (1-2 pages) addressing how your experience, skills and values align with the key responsibilities and expectations outlined in the Role Description.
• Any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.

Please note pre-employment checks will be carried out on applicants recommended for appointment/employment which may include confirming your qualifications, professional registration/s, previous employment history (including any previous disciplinary action), criminal history, Australian work status and vaccination requirements.

For assistance:

1. Contact Recruitment.CentralQueensland@health.qld.gov.au
2. Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK5J668125

Applications close: Tuesday, 11 November 2025

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Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

This position will be filled in accordance with Queensland Public Health Sector (QUEENSLAND HEALTH) CERTIFIED AGREEMENT (No. 11) 2022.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• RK5J668125 - Workforce Planning Lead (PDF)
  
  Information for Applicants (PDF)