workforce planning analyst

Department of Human Services

Job reference: 710449

Location: ADELAIDE

Job status: Ongoing

Eligibility: Open to Everyone

Role Highlights

• Multiple positions available
• Convenient CBD location, with easy access to public transport, green space, government precincts, dining and retail hubs
• Flexible working arrangements that support a healthy work-life balance including hybrid working from home options

Here at the Department of Human Services (DHS), we strive to deliver modern programs, services and policy that strengthen communities and enable South Australians to actively participate in community life. With people at the heart of what we do and a commitment to child safety, ageing well and supporting people with disability, we work to increase inclusion, independence and decision-making, and help our communities when it matters most.

About the Business

Our Disability and Specialised Services Division provides valuable support to the South Australian community through direct service delivery, inclusion policy and sector reform work. As a registered NDIS provider, they provide SIL services that supervise and help with everyday tasks to support people living with disability to live as independently as possible. The Division also encompasses quality and clinical services and the DHS Equipment Program.

Role Details

The Workforce Planning Analyst plays a pivotal role within Disability and Specialised Services, providing strategic insight and operational support to optimise workforce effectiveness.

Reporting to the Rostering and Workforce Management Lead, this position is responsible for analysing complex workforce data to identify trends, forecast staffing requirements, and deliver actionable insights that inform leadership decision-making.

The role leads the design, maintenance and optimisation of master rosters, ensuring compliance with client goals, funding frameworks and organisational standards.

Working collaboratively across teams, the Workforce Planning Analyst contributes to workforce planning strategies, supervises and supports Workforce Rostering Specialists, and applies best-practice analytical tools to create cost-effective staffing models.

The role also maintains dashboards and reports to communicate key workforce metrics and performance outcomes to stakeholders.

Special Conditions

National Police Check required.

Some out of hours work may be required.

Extensive experience in Workforce Planning and Resourcing is highly desirable.

Role Status: Ongoing

Salary Range: $98,478-$104,165 (ASO6)

Location: Adelaide

Enquiries: Christine Shelton, Email:

Diversity and Inclusion

DHS is committed to making our services and workplaces safe and inclusive for all people and ensuring the full diversity of the communities we serve are represented in our workforce, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability and/or neurodivergence, young people, older people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, LGBTIQA+ and gender diverse people.

We are committed to making workplace adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment experience and supportive work environment. If you require any assistance with our recruitment process, please contact us at and a member of our team will get back to you.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. We also celebrate the many strengths and skills people with disability and/or neurodivergent people bring to our workplace and acknowledge our role in ensuring a supportive work environment for people with disability and/or neurodivergent people to thrive in.

Applications close: 03/12/2025 11:30 PM