[22/9/2025] Operations Lead – Workforce Planning and Resourcing

Operations Lead – Workforce Planning and Resourcing

Our mission is to improve the health of millions of people worldwide.

- Full Time Opportunity
- UNSW Health Translation Hub, Randwick, NSW
- Permanent Position
- Hybrid working environment (2-3 days per week in the office)

Pro-Rata Salary Range of $143,300k Base to $148k Base (dependent on experience, skills and capabilities). Plus 12% Superannuation and access to Not-for-Profit Salary Packaging with a value of up to $15,900. (more information provided below).

We are seeking an experienced Operations Lead to drive excellence in project delivery and workforce planning for our Australian Project Operations team, comprising over 100 staff. This hybrid leadership role encompasses two key focus areas:

- Team and Project Oversight, lead and support Senior Project Managers and Line Managers to ensure high quality project outcomes. Provide guidance on people management, resourcing allocation and project delivery;
- Workforce Planning and Resourcing, develop forecasting models, maintain resourcing plans and oversee recruitment activities to ensure optimal staffing across projects.

As a member of our Project Operations leadership team, you will be a valued member of the team advancing strategic goals and shaping the future of our operational functional areas in Australia.

For more information on this role, please see our detailed Position Description here

Skills, Knowledge and Experience / Our Successful Candidate

- Tertiary qualifications in a relevant field.
- At least 6 years’ experience in all aspects of complex clinical/research project operations in an academic or pharmaceutical environment.
- Experience in workforce planning, resource management or project resourcing.
- Ability to develop modelling for resource planning.
- Substantive experience leading project teams and/or line managing employees.
- Strong leadership skills with demonstrated ability to lead, develop, coach and mentor project team members.
- Strong negotiation skills and ability to influence others.
- Demonstrated clear interpersonal written and verbal communication skills, able to communicate with various professions and on different levels.
- Adaptability and flexibility to handle a wide range of stakeholders and changing priorities.
- Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
- Ability to see the big picture, yet still focus on detail and quality of work.

Experience in a previous resource forecasting role will be considered highly desirable.

The closing date for applications is 03 October 2025. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found.

The unrestricted right to work in Australia is a requirement for this position. Candidates who require sponsorship will not be considered.

The George Institute for Global Health (The George) is a global employer with projects in over 40 countries, focused on improving health outcomes.

As a medical research institute affiliated with leading universities, we challenge the status quo in healthcare by:

- Leading world-class, large-scale clinical trials, epidemiological studies and health systems research
- Identifying patient-centred approaches to care that can be implemented at scale
- Developing innovative, low-cost solutions to global unmet needs
- Driving global impact through research, advocacy, thought leadership and social entrepreneurship

We value our six core values: Excellence, Integrity, Can-do approach, Creativity, Impact, and Humanitarian Commitment.

Salary packaging benefits allow you to use up to $15,900 of your pre-tax income and up to $2,650 for meals and entertainment. Details available on the Smart Salary website.

- Flexible Working Arrangements

We offer flexible working options onsite, hybrid, or work-from-home (dependent on role).

- Professional Development Support

Employee’s receive a learning and development wallet to support professional development, and there are programs for employee wellbeing and global collaboration.

Why The George?

We are committed to attracting, developing, rewarding and retaining the best people to conduct and support our innovative research programs. You may enjoy rewards such as generous salary packaging, learning and career development opportunities, extra leave days, flexible work arrangements, and a diverse, inclusive team.

Please apply now

The George Institute is committed to workplace diversity and encourages applications from people with diverse backgrounds and abilities.

Privacy and Diversity

The George Institute handles personal information in accordance with applicable privacy laws. When you apply, you may be asked to provide personal information including your name, contact details and other relevant information. Information submitted will be used to process your application and may be retained for future opportunities. The George Institute seeks to reflect the diversity of the communities it serves and may ask questions related to diversity and inclusion during recruitment. You may opt not to disclose this information. By applying, you consent to the collection, use and disclosure of your information for recruitment purposes.

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Questions about eligibility

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