This senior role is expected to lead workforce capability and capacity planning, ensuring Qantas has the skills, resources and organisational readiness needed to meet future operational demands. Requirements are likely to include substantial experience in workforce planning, organisational capability, talent strategy, change management or large-scale operations, supported by strong analytical and commercial skills. The successful candidate should be comfortable translating business strategy into practical people plans, managing complex stakeholders and presenting recommendations to senior leaders. Experience in aviation, transport or another highly regulated, safety-critical environment would be valuable. Qantas will expect a collaborative, commercially minded leader who can improve workforce productivity, build capability pipelines and deliver measurable outcomes in a changing industry.
Qantas Airways Limited is Australia’s national airline and one of the country’s best-known aviation companies. Founded in 1920, the Qantas Group operates domestic and international passenger services through Qantas and Jetstar, supported by freight, loyalty and associated aviation businesses. Its network connects Australia with major cities across Asia, Europe, North America, New Zealand and the Pacific, as well as regional communities throughout Australia. The organisation employs a large, diverse workforce across flight operations, engineering, airport services, technology, corporate functions and customer experience. Qantas places strong emphasis on safety, operational reliability, service quality and sustainability. Working there can provide exposure to a complex global business, large-scale transformation programs and the distinctive challenges of aviation, including regulatory compliance, workforce planning and fluctuating travel demand.
Australia offers opportunities in aviation, engineering, technology, healthcare, construction, education, logistics, finance and professional services. Major employment centres include Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth and Adelaide, while regional areas may offer opportunities in tourism, agriculture, mining and healthcare. Australian workplace culture is generally practical, direct, collaborative and respectful of work-life balance. Lifestyle varies from busy city living to relaxed coastal or regional communities, with beaches, national parks and outdoor activities widely accessible. Living costs are high, particularly in Sydney and Melbourne, so salary, housing and transport should be considered carefully. Skilled professionals usually need an appropriate visa, such as an employer-sponsored Skills in Demand visa, a state-nominated skilled visa or another eligible work pathway. Requirements depend on occupation, qualifications, experience, English ability and health and character checks. Relocating typically involves arranging housing, tax registration, banking, healthcare access and private insurance where required.
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