Head of Workforce Planning

Company Description

As we mark over 50 years of success, our commitment to our people remains at the heart of everything we do. We prioritise a healthy work-life balance, create opportunities for career growth, and foster a workplace where every employee feels valued. Together, we play a pivotal role in shaping the future of healthcare in Australia.

We’re looking for a strategic leader to drive national workforce planning and analytics across our nursing agency and travel nurse operations. In this role, you’ll ensure the right people are in the right place at the right time, delivering exceptional care across Australia. Your insights and strategies will directly impact workforce efficiency, client satisfaction, and business growth.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Shape and implement a national workforce strategy that aligns with business goals and client needs

• Forecast workforce supply and demand, identifying risks, gaps, and growth opportunities, including international workforce initiatives

• Lead workforce reporting, dashboards, and analytics to inform senior executive decision-making

• Ensure accurate, integrated data and optimise reporting systems

• Collaborate with Marketing, Operations, and HR to drive targeted attraction and resourcing strategies

• Advise senior leaders on trends, workforce optimisation, and support bids and client proposals

To be considered you'll bring:

• Strong analytical mindset with expertise in data analysis tools (e.g. Excel (must have), Power BI, Tableau, SQL (desirable)).
• Understanding of key principles of workforce supply/demand modelling and predictive analytics, or a willingness to quickly learn these.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Commercial acumen with the ability to link workforce decisions to business outcomes.
• Demonstrated leadership and people development capabilities.
• Ability to learn and utilise AI models to expedite analysis and provide insights.

Qualifications & Experience

• Qualifications in Business, Analytics, IT or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in an analytical role such as financial analyst, financial business partner, workforce planning, analytics or resourcing.
• Experience in finance, healthcare, nursing agency, or related sectors highly desirable.
• Proven ability to lead high-impact, cross-functional workforce planning initiatives.

If you’re a data-driven strategist who thrives on creating impact at a national level, this is your chance to shape the future of healthcare workforce delivery.

About HCA:
Healthcare Australia (HCA) is Australia's largest specialist healthcare workforce provider. We are a large and diverse healthcare business with a strong presence in the staffing of nursing, community, medical, corporate, allied and Crisis Response Management sectors in all States of Australia.

Our Culture:
We work together as a team, we never forget that we’re people-focused, and we respect relationships with each other.  
HCA provides a flexible and inclusive workplace culture where you have access to excellent benefits, including access to extra leave with a day off for your birthday plus a rewards and benefits platform.  
We are focused on the continual growth and development of our team. This is supported by an exceptional education assistance program that’s accessible by all staff. 

Please apply with your current CV and cover Letter.
   
At HCA we are committed to embracing diversity and committed to providing a safe working environment.
  
Some roles that involve visiting clients or facilities may require you to be fully vaccinated (Boosted) with the TGA-approved COVID-19 vaccine.  The requirement for vaccination is based on the role and site where services are being provided.    If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the hiring manager.                          
To learn more about HCA:
www.healthcareaustralia.com.au