Workforce Optimisation Lead

RED THE CONSULTANCY EUROPE LIMITED · Birkenhead, North West

Workforce Optimisation Lead at RED THE CONSULTANCY EUROPE LIMITED, based in Birkenhead, North West. This is a permanent role.

Salary
Competitive
Location
Birkenhead, North West
Contract
Permanent
Posted
17 hours ago
Closes
18 Oct 2026
Sector
Data Analyst

Reference https://www.redconsult.co.uk/job/workforce-optimisation-lead-1927.aspx

About the role

We are recruiting for a Workforce Optimisation Lead to join our client potentially in Glasgow however this role can also be based in Birkenhead, Holyhead, Dublin, Belfast or Europe (Poland/Sweden).   The Workforce Optimisation Lead will combine strategic workforce planning, business intelligence and data-driven decision making, you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring our client has the right capabilities, capacity and skills to support their business for today and in the years ahead.   THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT
  • Significant experience in strategic workforce planning within a complex organisation.
  • Strong knowledge of workforce planning methodologies, forecasting and scenario modelling.
  • Experience using workforce data and analytics to support business decision making.
  • Knowledge of maritime and labour legislation and its application within workforce planning activities.
  • Advanced Excel skills and experience using Power BI or similar business intelligence tools.
  • Strong communication, presentation and stakeholder management skills.
  • Commercial and financial awareness.
JOB DESCRIPTION 
  • Lead the development, implementation and continuous improvement of workforce planning frameworks, standards and methodologies across crewing.
  • Translate business strategy, financial plans and operational requirements into robust workforce forecasts and plans.
  • Identify workforce risks, skills gaps and capacity challenges, developing evidence-based solutions.
  • Lead demand and supply modelling, scenario planning and predictive workforce analytics.
  • Provide strategic workforce insights and recommendations to support organisational change and transformation initiatives.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to define reporting requirements and develop meaningful workforce planning dashboards.
  • Ensure data integrity, governance and the effective use of workforce data across the organisation.
REMUNERATION PACKAGE ON OFFER    Competitive salary and benefits such as:   Concessionary travel on Irish Sea and North Sea routes. 75% discount on UK rail travel. Company pension and life assurance. Gym and wellbeing discounts. Wellbeing cash plan. Enhanced parental leave. Cycle-to-work scheme. Employee Assistance Programme. Ongoing training and development.

Reference: https://www.redconsult.co.uk/job/workforce-optimisation-lead-1927.aspx · Posted 17 hours ago · Closes 18 Oct 2026 · Listed via RED THE CONSULTANCY EUROPE LIMITED

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