Workforce Planning Lead, Darling Downs Health

Reporting to the Executive Director, People and Culture, the Workforce Planning Lead will provide high-level leadership in the design and implementation of contemporary workforce planning frameworks. You will act as a senior adviser to the executive team on future workforce trends, organisational development, and data-led strategic modelling.

About the Darling Downs Health

Darling Downs Health is a forward-thinking health service committed to delivering inclusive, person-centred care across rural and regional communities. With a workforce of more than 11,000 people, DDH’s values of Caring for our communities, Working together, and Respecting others are embedded in everything they do, from frontline clinical services to long-term strategic planning.

The service is currently undertaking major transformation initiatives, including the new hospital project, digital innovation, and long-term workforce sustainability.

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Our Values

Compassion - We engage with others and demonstrate empathy, care, kindness, support and understanding.

Integrity - We are open, honest, approachable, equitable and consistent in everything we do.

Dignity - We treat others with respect, display reasonableness and take pride in what we do.

Innovation - We embrace change and strive to know more, learn more and do better.

Courage - We respectfully question for clarity and have the strength and confidence to speak up.

Ref nr: Please use this reference number when applying: A041338
Application deadline: Tuesday 2nd December 2025
Please send us your application as soon as possible as we are continuously assessing candidates for this assignment.
All applications must include the following information so the panel can assess your suitability:
• Your current CV or resume;
• A covering letter (1 - 2 pages) informing the panel of your motivations and relevant experience for this position.

Please take note of the reference number found under section “How to apply”. This is needed for us to process any application.

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Have a passion for improving people’s lives? A health career in regional, rural or remote Queensland will give you a career with purpose, plus excellent benefits and allowances.