Hello. We’re Virgin Australia. We’re the airline that’s always done things a little different. Our way. The Virgin way. We’re on a mission to make flying better than ‘nice’. And to do that, it takes a team of talented people who are passionate about customer experience, doing the right thing always, with a focus on safety – in the air, on the ground and in our workplaces. A team who values real diversity and inclusion, in a big brand with big ambitions.

This is a maximum term 24 month contract.

What you’ll be doing: 

As a Senior Analyst in Workforce Planning Strategy & Transformation, your role is to ensure the optimal balance of operational resources needed to efficiently deliver our flight schedule while meeting key safety, financial, and operational objectives. 

You’ll analyse and model workforce scenarios, and create clear, compelling presentations that turn data into actionable insights. Your work will also involve providing analysis and recommendations on various transformation initiatives that shape the future of our operations. 

This role works closely with teams across Flight Operations, Inflight Experience, Airport Experience, Finance, and Operations Transformation, giving you the opportunity to drive meaningful change and deliver impactful results in a dynamic environment. 

You’ll be great in this role if you have: 

• Relevant tertiary qualifications. 

• Strong data analytics skills to support strategic decision-making and capturing transformational benefits. 

• Experience in resource planning, optimisation, and workforce management, ideally in an airline setting. 

• Ability to work independently, solve problems, and drive decisions. 

• Knowledge of airline operations and systems 

• Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills. 

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. 

Desirable skills: 

• Proficient in using workforce planning or rostering systems in an airline setting. 

• Strong understanding of airline operations and their challenges. 

• Skilled in cost analysis and operational budget preparation. 

What you’ll get from us: 

We’re committed to looking after you, with some of the best benefits and conditions in the industry – including (but not limited to): 

• Heavily discounted air travel for you and your loved ones (including $1000 worth of travel credits per year) 

• Flexible working arrangements (including work hours and work from home) 

• Discounts on travel insurance, car hire, accommodation and experiences worldwide 

• Discounted Virgin Australia Lounge membership 

• Hospitality, retail, technology, beauty services and wellness discounts 

• Wellness support, including the betterme digital wellbeing platform 

• A comprehensive Employee Assistance Program, which offers confidential coaching and support from qualified professionals for all aspects of life – physical, mental, social and financial 

• Dress for Your Day – enjoy the freedom to wear whatever is appropriate for the type of work you do and the day you have ahead of you 

When everyone is included, everyone wins 

We’re all individuals. And we love that. That’s why we encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, people with disability, those from diverse cultural backgrounds, our friends in the LGBTQI+ community, and anyone else who wants to join our family. 

Ready to apply?  

We’re ready to hear from you. Apply now.