About the Role
Product Manager – People Services (Workday) at Qantas, to lead the HR technology portfolio including Workday, SmartRecruiters and Zendesk, delivering digital solutions that elevate the employee experience. The opportunity supports over 20,000 employees across the Group.
Initial 24-month fixed term opportunity based at Mascot Head Office.
Lead a team to develop, deliver and maintain our core HRIS, Recruitment, Learning and Employee Experience platforms.
Responsibilities
- Lead the People Digital product portfolio across the employee lifecycle, including HR Core, Compensation & Remuneration Review, Performance, Talent, Recruiting (ATS) and Learning (LMS).
- Develop and deliver product roadmaps aligned with the Group People strategy.
- Oversee operational delivery and support, ensuring products evolve with business needs while maintaining high availability and compliance.
- Monitor product performance, drive adoption and engagement, and deliver bi-annual Workday releases.
- Build trusted relationships with stakeholders across People & Culture, IT, Finance and Procurement.
- Lead, coach and mentor a team of Product Specialists and Advisers to ensure high performance and continuous improvement.
- Manage relationships with third-party suppliers and consultants to optimise outcomes.
About You / Qualifications
- 5–7 years’ experience in HRIS configuration and leadership (Workday preferred) and continuous improvement.
- Deep knowledge of HR technology landscape and SaaS/cloud platforms.
- Experience leading product releases, system configuration and operational support.
- Strong commercial acumen and ability to balance competing priorities.
- Proven stakeholder management and influencing skills at senior/executive levels.
- Excellent communication skills and a collaborative leadership style.
- Tertiary qualifications in a relevant field; HR experience preferred.
Location, Type & Benefits
Location : Mascot Head Office, Sydney, NSW (initial fixed term)
Employment type : Full time
Seniority level : Mid-Senior level
Job function : Information Technology
Industries : Airlines and Aviation
Benefits
- We love to travel: heavily discounted air travel for you, your family and friends, plus exclusive deals on accommodation and holidays.
- Flexible leave options: including 18 weeks paid parental leave with related superannuation, and additional purchased leave for eligible employees.
- Discounts across shopping, food and wine, insurance, health and wellbeing, leisure and entertainment; salary packaging options available.
- Wellbeing support: mental health resources, wellbeing app, and tailored nutrition plan.
Qantas is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applicants from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds and people of all backgrounds. If you have support or access requirements, please advise at the time of application. Your personal information will be kept confidential in compliance with privacy legislation.
Application Details
Applications close: Tuesday 7 October 2025.
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📌 Product Manager - Workday
🏢 Qantas
📍 City of Sydney