Workforce Insights Lead (Government and Corrections)

Public Skills Australia has been appointed by the Department of Employment and Workplace Relations (DEWR) as one of 10 Jobs and Skills Councils. We work with employer and employee representatives from the Public Safety and Government industry-sectors Police Fire and Emergency Services Correctional Services Defence and all levels of Government to ensure Australias vocational education and training (VET) system delivers better outcomes for learners and employers. A primary function of our work is to provide workforce planning industry intelligence and training product development in support of industry needs and government priorities.

The Workforce Insights Lead (Government and Corrections) is accountable to the Manager Workforce Planning and Insights and is responsible for leading the development and delivery of Workforce Insights Report(s) for Government (Federal/State and Local Government) and Correctional Services industry sectors. The role will be responsible for delivering work under the Workforce Planning stream of the team. The position oversees the development of justifiable industry-ready Workforce Insights Reports that guide training product priorities and further research and project deliverables to inform Public Skills Australias business plan.

This role will provide expertise in diagnosing workforce challenges across Government and Correctional Services industry sectors. This senior role drives evidence-based planning integrating research analysis stakeholder insights and policy context to inform workforce strategies. A critical function includes synthesising complex data into actionable insights alongside ensuring transparency traceability and alignment with government Vocational Education and Training (VET) objectives. The Workforce Insights Lead (Government and Corrections) must foster cross-sectoral collaboration build advocacy for strategic initiatives and ensure workforce planning processes are robust inclusive and responsive to industry-sector requirements.

Responsibilities

partnership with internal stakeholders and external service providers with the intent of ensuring compliance with relevant legislative grant and company compliance obligations the Workforce Insights Lead (Government and Corrections) will:

the design and delivery of Workforce Insights Reports for the Government and Correctional Services industry sectors and support the delivery of Workforce Insights Reports for Public Safety industry sectors.

quantitative analysis of labour market trends industry workforce data and education and training statistics to identify occupational shortages skills gaps and training needs for the Government and Corrections industry sectors.

qualitative research through workshop facilitation and other forms of consultation to produce a comprehensive analysis of current and emerging workforce challenges skills gaps and shortages training needs for the Government and Corrections industry sectors.

standards and controls to ensure accuracy consistency and adherence to governance in the delivery of workforce insights reports.

drafting of key products meets quality standards and expectations and are of value to industry.

staff in report writing research and analysis practices fostering a culture of acceptance of feedback and guidance and delivering robust innovative and evidence-based work.

complex workforce insights and strategies into concise accessible summaries for governance executive and Board reporting.

cross-sector and cross-team collaboration and coordination ensuring relevant information is shared and considered in the development of work.

the Workforce Insights and Research Officer (Government and Corrections) in relation to gathering and synthesising workforce data and information stakeholder input and policy context to inform Workforce Insights Report(s) as required.

the Manager Workforce Planning and Insights to ensure robust business and project planning for each deliverable ensuring consultation and governance processes are utilised to finalise approvals of products including the drafting of associated papers and reports.

consensus through negotiation with different stakeholders in the development of workforce planning research and policy products.

strong political acumen and corporate mature to develop productive relationships at a senior and executive level with internal and external stakeholders.

originality of thought and promote new and innovative approaches when developing workforce planning research and policy products.

Key selection criteria

Essential

1.A Higher Education qualification such as a relevant Bachelors or Masters degree.

qualitative and quantitative research writing skills in an applied setting.

experience at a senior level to develop strong written reports and strategic findings.

written and verbal communications skills with applied knowledge of formulating communication to achieve impact.

capability to engage negotiate and build consensus with stakeholders while maintaining trusted relationships.

ability to facilitate workshops deliver engaging presentations.

with a high level of political acumen and corporate maturity to build relationship with senior and executive level stakeholders.

in project management and business planning to deliver allocated work on time.

to promote a curious and innovative culture across the company.

capability work on multiple products in a fast-paced environment.

independent problem-solving skills and initiative.

in a supervisory or team leader role.

Desirable

working within a government and/or corrections environment.

in workforce planning policy development AND/OR strategic foresight AND/OR environmental scanning.

How to apply

Your application should include a CV/Resume of no more than 4 pages and a Cover Letter of no more than 2 pages. The Cover Letter should not repeat information contained in the CV but specifically address the essential Key Selection Criteria. Any queries should be directed to the HR and Recruitment Officer at Applications close at midnight Monday 5 January 2026.