The Strategic Workforce Planner supports Qantas by developing workforce plans that align future staffing capacity, skills and organisational capability with business strategy. Requirements typically include experience in workforce planning, strategic analysis, demand and capacity modelling, forecasting and data interpretation. Strong Excel and reporting skills, with knowledge of workforce analytics or planning systems, are likely expected. The successful candidate should be comfortable working with senior stakeholders, translating complex data into practical recommendations and managing competing priorities in a large, operationally complex organisation. Clear communication, commercial awareness, attention to detail and the ability to influence across teams are important. Experience in aviation, transport or another high-volume, regulated environment would be advantageous.
Qantas Airways Limited is Australia’s national airline and one of the world’s longest-running airlines. Founded in 1920, the Qantas Group operates domestic and international passenger services, freight operations and related aviation businesses through brands including Qantas and Jetstar. Its network connects Australian cities and regional communities with destinations across Asia, the Americas, Europe and the Pacific. The company employs a large and diverse workforce spanning flight operations, engineering, customer service, airport operations, technology, corporate functions and commercial teams. Qantas places strong emphasis on safety, operational reliability, customer experience and long-term workforce capability. The organisation is headquartered in Sydney and offers roles across Australia, with opportunities suited to people interested in aviation, data, planning, technology and enterprise-scale business operations.
Australia is an island country with varied employment opportunities in aviation, healthcare, technology, engineering, construction, education, tourism and professional services. Major job markets include Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth and Adelaide, while regional areas may offer opportunities in mining, agriculture, healthcare and tourism. Australian workplace culture is generally practical, direct and collaborative, with attention to safety, inclusion and work-life balance. Lifestyle options range from busy metropolitan living to coastal, rural and outdoor-focused communities. Living costs are high in Sydney and Melbourne, particularly for housing. Overseas workers usually need an appropriate visa, such as an employer-sponsored, skilled or working holiday visa; eligibility depends on occupation, qualifications, age and experience. Research sponsorship, skills assessment, tax, healthcare and housing before relocating. Public transport is strong in major cities, while a car is often useful regionally.
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