Job Description
Workforce Planning Analyst
Employment Details
• Employment Status: Full-Time, Fixed-Term – 6 months
• Classification: HS6
• Salary Range: $110,479 (pro-rata) plus Super and Benefits
• Reports to: Workforce Planning Manager
• Location: Thomas Embling Hospital, Fairfield
About the Organisation
Forensicare is Victoria’s specialist provider of forensic mental health services, delivering recovery-focused programs across inpatient, community, and secure settings.
About the Role
As Workforce Planning Analyst, you will play a key role in enabling data-driven decision-making and operational excellence across the workforce planning function.
Working closely with stakeholders, you will analyse workforce data, develop forecasting models, and design system solutions that improve efficiency, scalability, and service delivery.
Key Responsibilities
• Analyse workforce and rostering data to identify trends and insights
• Develop dashboards, reporting, and forecasting models
• Define and document business requirements for system enhancements
• Partner with stakeholders to deliver scalable workforce solutions
• Evaluate processes, tools, and workflows to drive improvement
• Recommend technology-enabled solutions to enhance efficiency
• Ensure accurate data management aligned with compliance requirements
About You
You are a data-driven professional with strong analytical capability and a passion for improving workforce outcomes.
You will bring:
• Experience analysing complex workforce and rostering datasets
• Strong skills in reporting, dashboards, and forecasting
• Experience with HRIS/payroll systems and business analysis
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills
• Ability to translate data into actionable insights
• A continuous improvement mindset
Qualifications
Relevant qualifications in Workforce Planning, Business Analysis, Data Analytics, Information Systems, or similar (highly regarded).
Why Join Forensicare?
• Purpose-led organisation supporting vulnerable communities
• Collaborative and inclusive workplace culture
• Opportunity to influence strategic workforce planning
• Ongoing development and career growth
To access a detailed position description, please click Workforce Planning Analyst.
Or for more information on Careers at Forensicare, visit https://www.forensicare.vic.gov.au/careers
Eligibility
• Influenza and Immunisation Evidence
• This position is subject to a Police Check
Forensicare is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and developing a diverse workforce which reflects the community we serve. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people who identify as LGBTQI, people with a lived experience of disability, as well as people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Forensicare promotes our guiding principles of RESPONSIVENESS, INTEGRITY, IMPARTIALITY, ACCOUNTABILITY, RESPECT, LEADERSHIP, HUMAN RIGHTS; and promotes behaviours that are consistent with these values at all times. Forensicare is an equal opportunity employer and offers a smoke free environment.
