Team Leader - Nursing Workforce Development/Data Analyst (533991)

Department of Health
Hospitals & Primary Care - Hospitals Nth
Launceston General Hospital

Applications must be submitted by Sunday 09 August, :55 PM

Sunday 9 August, :55 PM AEST

Award/Classification:

Health and Human Services (Tasmanian State Service) Award, General Stream, Band 7

$132,460 to $139,392 per annum

Employment type:

Permanent, full-time

Region:

North

Location:

LGH Charles Street, Launceston

Lead workforce planning, analytics, reporting and improvement initiatives across Hospitals North, providing expert advice and strategic support to nursing leaders to deliver a sustainable, capable and effective workforce and enhance service outcomes.

The Team

The Nursing Workforce Planning Unit supports strategic nursing and midwifery workforce development through evidence-based planning, workforce analytics, reporting, and service improvement. Working in partnership with nursing leaders, health professionals, and key stakeholders, the unit drives innovative workforce solutions that support safe, efficient, and sustainable healthcare delivery. Our focus is on strengthening our workforce capability and capacity to achieve the best possible outcomes for our patients, staff, and the communities we serve.

The Role

The Team Leader - Nursing Workforce Development/Data Analyst leads workforce planning, analytics, reporting, and improvement initiatives across Hospitals North, providing expert advice and strategic support to nursing leaders to ensure a sustainable and effective workforce.

You will need

Demonstrated expertise in workforce planning, data analysis and reporting, including the ability to interpret complex data and provide strategic recommendations.

Strong leadership, project management and stakeholder engagement skills, with experience leading change and collaborating across multidisciplinary teams.

Desirable: Tertiary qualifications in health planning or health workforce planning, together with advanced analytical and communication skills

Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.

Why Tasmania

The Department of Health Tasmania oversees various hospitals across the state, including the Royal Hobart Hospital, Launceston General Hospital, Northwest Regional Hospital, and Mersey Community Hospital, as well as district hospitals and ambulance services. Additionally, it provides community health, mental health, and primary healthcare services to the Tasmanian community through more than 300 sites.

Tasmania, Australia's only island state, offers unparalleled natural beauty and a luxurious lifestyle. Pursuing your health career in Tasmania's public health system means building strong connections with colleagues and patients. It also means embracing a lifestyle where you can enjoy extraordinary experiences outside of work while making a significant impact on the community during work.

Details of appointment

Permanent full time, day worker position, working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing from a mutually agreed upon date.

Notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.

Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies.

$132,460 to $139,392 per annum. Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

• Salary range is in accordance with Public Sector Union Wages Agreement 2025.

Benefits available to eligible candidates

• Professional development and accelerated pathways.
• A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
• Fitness Passport - You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 for a family.

More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here

Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:

• Tertiary level qualifications in health planning or health workforce planning

Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.

Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents

We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance.

For more information

Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.

Name: Danielle Causer
Position: Executive Director Nursing and Midwifery - LGH and Statewide Diagnostic and Treatment Services
Phone number:
Email address:

What it is like working at the Department of Health?

Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence are the key values to work in Department of Health. Listen to some of the lived experiences from within the department through some of our wonderful staff and hear about their journey in relocating to Tasmania!

Department of Health has achieved the "Carer Accredited Employer Status" providing support to employees with caring responsibilities. (Find out more under the Carer Recognition Act 2023).

Respecting diversity is the foundation of everything that Department of Health do. This allows us to instil trust and collaborate through honest and fair communication and helps cultivate an environment of growth and innovation. We strongly encourage applicants from key communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities.

Health and Human Services (Tasmanian State Service) Award, General Stream, Band 7

$132,460 to $139,392 per annum

Employment type:

Permanent, full-time

Region:

North

Location:

LGH Charles Street, Launceston

Lead workforce planning, analytics, reporting and improvement initiatives across Hospitals North, providing expert advice and strategic support to nursing leaders to deliver a sustainable, capable and effective workforce and enhance service outcomes.

Health and Human Services (Tasmanian State Service) Award, General Stream, Band 7

$132,460 to $139,392 per annum

Employment type:

Permanent, full-time

Region:

North

Location:

LGH Charles Street, Launceston

Lead workforce planning, analytics, reporting and improvement initiatives across Hospitals North, providing expert advice and strategic support to nursing leaders to deliver a sustainable, capable and effective workforce and enhance service outcomes.

• Review the Statement of Duties and consider if you meet the requirements.
• Speak to the Contact Officer if you have any questions.
• Submit your application including any additional documents as specified in each individual job vacancy notice.