Workforce Planner

1 day ago

Canberra n Capital Territory, Australia Assemble Solutions Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

On behalf of my clients who operate in the Australian Defence sector, I am currently urgently looking for an experienced Senior Workforce Planning professional who holds NV1 or above clearance.

This role is being offered as full time permanent opportunity and will be based on client's site in Canberra. (hybrid work between the office and home will be available however you must be based in Canberra to be considered for this role).

Working as part of the Change team, you will be heavily involved in shaping the public sector workforce of the future, working directly with senior Defence and Federal Government stakeholders to address capability gaps, design workforce strategies, and implement initiatives that drive long-term organisational success.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the design and implementation of enterprise-wide workforce planning frameworks aligned with Defence capability priorities and long-term strategic objectives.
  • Shape National Workforce Strategies:
    Influence government policy and senior Defence decision-making through workforce insights, scenario planning, and evidence-based recommendations.
  • Drive Capability Development:
    Champion initiatives that build critical workforce skills, enhance agility, and prepare organisations for future operational demands.
  • Leverage Advanced Analytics:
    Oversee sophisticated modelling, forecasting, and workforce analytics to provide insights that inform investment and capability planning.
  • Executive Stakeholder Engagement:
    Build trusted relationships with Defence and Federal Government executives, providing strategic advice that shapes workforce policy, investment, and capability outcomes.
  • Integrate Workforce Planning Across Functions:
    Ensure alignment of workforce planning with HR, finance, operations, and capability programs for holistic delivery.

Experience and Qualifications Required:

  • 10 + years' experience gained
    in workforce strategy, workforce planning, or organisational design, HR or related field within Defence OR Federal Government sectors.
  • Demonstrated success leading workforce planning or organisational design initiatives at an enterprise or government level.
  • Strong executive engagement skills with the ability to influence senior Defence leaders and policy makers.
  • Advanced analytical skills with deep experience in forecasting, modelling, and evidence-based decision support.
  • Relevant tertiary qualifications in Human Resources, Organisational Psychology, Business, or a related discipline.
  • NV1 or higher Security Clearance
    .

If you have the aforementioned skills / capabilities and would like to be considered / learn more about this role please APPLY now with a copy of your updated resume or reach out directly by sending an email to

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