Workforce Planner

Permanent | Full Time | Exciting Career Opportunity

Are you driven by structure, problem-solving, and making sure everything is in the right place at the right time?

We're on the lookout for an experienced Workforce Planner to join our Site Services team in Mackay. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in driving efficiency, supporting shutdown, rostered and project delivery, and ensuring the right people are in the right place at the right time.

Why You'll Love This Role

• Make an Impact – Your planning and coordination skills will directly influence the success of our shutdowns and projects and the safety of our workforce.
• Collaborate & Lead – Work closely with managers, coordinators, HR, and clients to deliver workforce solutions that keep shutdowns and projects running smoothly.
• Grow & Develop – Be part of a supportive team that values innovation, efficiency, and professional growth.
• Variety Every Day – From scheduling and payroll support to HR coordination and forecasting, this role offers plenty of scope to put your skills into action.

What You'll Be Doing

• Building and managing workforce schedules that meet shutdown and project requirements while optimising labour costs.
• Partnering with managers and HR to forecast staffing needs, source talent, and support onboarding.
• Assisting with payroll, timesheets, training, inductions, and accommodation bookings for our site workforce.
• Analysing workforce data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
• Implementing processes and strategies that streamline operations and enhance efficiency.
• Communicating plans and updates effectively across multiple stakeholders.

What We're Looking For

• 3–5 years' experience in workforce planning, resource management, or a similar role within the  mining industry.
• A true team player with a friendly, approachable manner when working with colleagues, management, and site crews.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage confidently across all levels of the business.
• Proven ability to design and implement processes that improve efficiency.
• Highly organised with excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with workforce management software (MS Projects, JAQ, Simpro, Workday, or similar).

Why Join Us?

At our core, we believe in safety, teamwork, and accountability. We foster a culture where people are valued, collaboration is encouraged, and results are celebrated. This is your chance to be part of a company where your skills will truly make a difference — and where no two days are the same.

About us

At Steelarc, our people are the driving force behind our strong reputation in the region since 2006. With a focus on autonomy, safety and client satisfaction – we collaborate to deliver consistent and exceptional quality of work across all projects.

More than just mining – Steelarc Engineering supports a variety of industries, including the ports, sugar and manufacturing. While engineering, mining maintenance and fabrication make up our core services, offering a complete engineering solution is what our clients value from us.

We manage projects from our impressive Mackay-based workshop and provide on-site maintenance services for both planned and breakdown projects throughout the Bowen Basin, Queensland.

If you're ready to bring your planning expertise and communication skills to a dynamic and rewarding role, we want to hear from you

Apply Now to take the next step in your career.

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