Operational Workforce Planning Analyst (Brisbane)

What you will be doing: As an Operational Workforce Planning Analyst, you will be responsible for the short‑to‑long term planning for Flight and Cabin Crew across our network. You will deliver compliant and effective rosters that align to business objectives. You will provide reliable and comprehensive analytics and insights that support operational strategies. This role partners with Airline Operations, Crew Leaders and other stakeholders across the Virgin Australia business to influence strategic workforce planning and labour optimisation. Key challenges include complex, high‑level problem solving, uncovering the ‘why’, providing data‑driven recommendations through resource planning, establishing and monitoring frontline staff KPI targets and costs, ensuring regulatory and industrial compliance, and managing fatigue in a constantly changing environment. Responsibilities: Reporting to the Senior Analyst, Workforce Planning you will closely work with a team of analysts responsible for:
- Analyzing complex workforce planning initiatives, identifying trends and recommending changes to meet operational requirements
- Completing analysis on resourcing requirements while ensuring the best operational outcome
- Accurate and timely reporting of Workforce Planning outcomes
- Driving continuous improvement by applying innovative thinking to ensure business outcomes and efficiency
- Ensuring all documentation, checklists and procedures are up to date
- Managing stakeholder engagement through accurate and timely data analysis You’ll be great in this role if you have:
- Demonstrated experience in analytical techniques to examine and manage large data sets
- High proficiency with Microsoft Suite, particularly Excel
- Ability to communicate data to a variety of stakeholders and tell meaningful stories
- Ability to work in a fast‑paced, ever‑changing environment and prioritize tasks effectively
- A strong ability to think outside the box
- Proven teamwork with strong initiative and the ability to work independently
- Familiarity with Power BI or a similar data‑visualization tool
- Familiarity with programming Highly desirable but not essential:
- Proficiency with Power BI report building, including DAX and Power Query
- Proficiency with Power Automate
- Proficiency with Python Your Benefits & Beyond:
- Discounted flights for you and your loved ones (including \$1000 worth of travel credits per year)
- A flexible, hybrid work style. Work from home or the office, adapt your location to suit your style and needs
- One of Brisbane’s most admired head office locations, with South Bank train station, a supermarket, pharmacy, and lunch options on site, plus a 5‑minute walk to the Busway, a rooftop restaurant and onsite gym (with a low membership fee) and South Bank Parklands just across the road
- Discounts on travel insurance, lounge membership, car hire, accommodation and experiences worldwide
- Cheaper hospitality, retail, technology, beauty and wellness services
- Free counselling and access to a wellbeing app to support your physical, mental, social and financial health
- ‘Dress for Your Day’ – enjoy the freedom to wear whatever makes you feel great for the type of work you do and the day you have ahead of you Equal Opportunity Employer Virgin Australia is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive culture and supportive environment for our people. #J-18808-Ljbffr Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3rr9f2