About This Role
Workforce Transition Lead at Airbus
Location: Brisbane
Employment Type: Max Term Full Time until 31 March 2027
We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Workforce Transition Lead to guide and deliver all HR-related activities associated with a major program phaseout. This role will design, implement, and lead people-focused transition strategies to ensure the workforce transition is achieved smoothly, effectively, and in line with business objectives.
The successful candidate will be a trusted advisor who can quickly earn respect and collaborate with leaders, employees, and stakeholders across the business. With strong project management expertise and a people-first mindset, you will deliver measurable outcomes throughout all phases of this critical workforce transition.
Responsibilities
* Lead the design and execution of workforce change initiatives to achieve program phase-out targets.
* Provide strategic advice, coaching, and support to business leaders on transition and workforce matters.
* Partner with leaders to plan and manage resources, ensuring workforce needs align with demand forecasts.
* Coordinate support initiatives across various sites where transition impacts are taking place, which will require travel to those sites.
* Monitor, report, and evaluate transition progress to ensure objectives, timeframes, and budgets are met.
* Ensure compliance with Airbus HR policies, procedures, national legislation, and the Airbus Code of Conduct.
* Actively model and promote Airbus values and a strong safety culture.
Additional Accountabilities
* Analyse HR metrics to measure the effectiveness of transition strategies and recommend improvements.
* Prepare regular HR reports and updates for leadership and Airbus Group.
* Support functional managers in meeting customer expectations and regulatory requirements.
About You
To be successful in this role, you will bring:
Essential Experience & Knowledge
* Minimum 8 years' experience in a HR generalist or equivalent role.
* Proven experience leading teams through complex change programs, including workforce ramp-ups and ramp-downs.
* Strong knowledge of HR legislation, ER/IR frameworks, compensation & benefits, and HR systems.
* Demonstrated ability to design and implement HR policies and supporting tools.
* Project management experience with the ability to manage multiple, competing priorities.
* People leadership experience with a track record of achieving strategic goals.
* Ability to quickly build trust with senior stakeholders internally and externally.
Desirable
* Cross industry HR experience.
* Change Management and/or Project/Program Management certification.
* Postgraduate qualification in HR, Business, or a related discipline.
Qualifications
* Degree in Business, Human Resources, Psychology, Law, or a related field (required).
Skills & Abilities
* Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
* Strong consulting, influencing, and advisory capability.
* Commercial acumen with the ability to balance people and business outcomes.
* Confident, clear, and persuasive communication style.
* Commitment to safety, quality, and customer satisfaction.
Why Airbus
Airbus offers a holistic, competitive framework that recognises performance and rewards outcomes. Benefits support health and wellbeing, work-life balance, and financial rewards.
* Flexible working arrangements including hybrid options, 9-day fortnights, and flexible days.
* Shopping discounts across retailers.
* Generous parental leave entitlements.
* Travel discounts for flights, rental cars, and accommodation.
* Novated leasing options with two providers.
* Free onsite parking.
* Professional development through classroom and online learning.
Supporting Diversity
Airbus recognises and values diversity. We are committed to a work environment where everyone is included, treated fairly, and respected. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds and we are an equal opportunity employer.
If this sounds like a role for you, apply now. Applications close 25 September 2025. Position may close prior to the close date, so please apply early. You must be eligible for an Australian Government Security Clearance and able to meet pre-employment medical screening, which may include drug and alcohol testing.
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
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* Other
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