This is a Workforce Planning Team Lead East Coast role with Contract Resources Pty Ltd based in Brisbane, QLD, AU Contract Resources Pty Ltd Role Seniority - mid level More about the Workforce Planning Team Lead East Coast role at Contract Resources Pty Ltd A History Of The Future Striving to set new standards, Contract Resources started in New Zealand in 1989 as a group of problem solvers. We challenged ourselves to tackle the jobs that no-one else would and worked together to resolve and achieve the outcomes our clients needed. Proudly doing the harder yards smarter for our longstanding and emerging clients, we’re committed to delivering sustainable transitional solutions in a balanced cost-effective way. As specialists in challenging industrial environments, safety is at the core of our business, and is driven by our culture. With offices strategically located in Australia, New Zealand, and the Middle East, we are well-positioned to take on projects for clients around the world. On-site, we’re recognised for our red overalls and our commitment to the job and each other. We work shoulder-to-shoulder with one focus: Doing it better together to sustain a more productive future for all. We are currently looking for a number of Workforce Planning Team Leads to join us on a permanent basis working from our Perth and Brisbane sites. Qualifications Relevant qualification and/or extensive experience in workforce planning, mobilisation, logistics coordination, or resource management within industrial or project-based environments Experience Extensive experience in workforce mobilisation and planning within high-volume project environments Proven experience in forecasting workforce demand and developing resourcing strategies Demonstrated experience in workforce scheduling, optimisation and mobilisation logistics Experience mentoring and supporting junior team members Experience managing workforce continuity, coverage planning and operational readiness Skills And Technical Competencies Advanced workforce planning and forecasting capability High attention to detail with strong analytical skills Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship-building capability Ability to multitask, prioritise and manage competing deadlines High-level written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills Demonstrated leadership, mentoring and coaching capability Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively within a team High level proficiency in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint Key Activities Act as a senior focal point for workforce movement and mobilisation activities across the business. Manage complex mobilisation schedules, travel bookings and logistics through third-party providers and client portals. Ensure clear communication of mobilisation and demobilisation arrangements to employees and project stakeholders. Liaise with client and site representatives to ensure mobilisation deadlines, compliance and onboarding requirements are met. Provide escalation support for complex or high-risk mobilisations. Develop and maintain accurate workforce forecasts aligned with project requirements and business objectives. Support workforce planning initiatives to ensure adequate resource availability for current and future projects. Analyse workforce data, project pipelines and workforce trends to inform planning decisions. Support strategic workforce planning activities in collaboration with operational leaders. Develop comprehensive “how-to” guides and standard operating procedures tailored to client-specific requirements. Provide onboarding support and training for new Workforce Planning Coordinators and Workforce Planning Administrators. Mentor team members to enhance their skills and knowledge in workforce planning and mobilisation processes. Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within workforce planning and mobilisation functions Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging Contract Resources is an Equal Opportunity Employer and furthermore committed to developing a diverse, equitable, psychosocially safe, and inclusive workplace that in turn offers a strong sense of belonging. By supporting and facilitating these essential concepts we can embrace peoples’ differences and the benefits they bring to our diverse team. Before we jump into the responsibilities of the role. No matter what you come in knowing, you’ll be learning new things all the time and the Contract Resources Pty Ltd team will be there to support your growth. Please consider applying even if you don't meet 100% of what’s outlined Key Responsibilities Managing workforce mobilisation Developing workforce forecasts Mentoring team members Key Strengths Workforce planning and forecasting Analytical skills Stakeholder engagement Leadership and mentoring Problem-solving MS Office proficiency A Final Note: This is a role with Contract Resources Pty Ltd not with Hatch.
