Resource Analyst

Synaco; Parramatta; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Synergie Australia in Parramatta seeks a Resource Analyst for a 3-month leave-backfill. You will support resource planning, capacity forecasting and workforce reporting across enterprise initiatives and digital projects, partnering with project managers to turn data into actionable insights.

The role requires 5+ years in a Resource Analyst/Manager role, strong data analysis and reporting skills; Power BI/Power Platform and SAP EPPM/S4HANA familiarity are a plus.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in a Resource Analyst/Manager role in a large environment.
• Experience with resource management systems, ideally PowerApps-based.
• Strong forecasting, capacity planning and data insights for senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain resource plans and forecasts across projects and BAU.
• Monitor availability, allocation and utilisation to identify capacity gaps.
• Create dashboards and reports for workforce demand and CAPEX/OPEX data.
• Collaborate with PMs, Finance, People & Culture and EPMO on forecasts.
• Support contractor procurement and provide planning tools and templates.
• Improve data quality and reporting standards for informed decisions.

Skills

Resource forecasting

Capacity planning

Data analysis

Stakeholder communication

Education

Business/IT management degree

Tools

Power BI

Power Platform

SAP EPPM/S4HANA

Microsoft Project Online

Job description

Resource Analyst responsible for resource planning, capacity forecasting and workforce reporting across projects and business operations

We think outside the box by redefining recruitment.

Through long-term partnerships, we connect the right people (You) with the right opportunities to shape careers and drive change in Australia and beyond.

Synergie Australia is seeking a Resource Analystfor a trusted client located in Parramatta.

The important parts:

• Duration:3-month leave-backfill
• Start Date: ASAP
• Location: Parramatta NSW | Hybrid: 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home
• Hours:8 hours per day | 40 hours per week | 3 days in the Parramatta office and 2 days working from home

What you will be required to do:

You’ll support resource planning and analysis across enterprise initiatives, digital projects and business-as-usual activities. Working closely with project managers and team leaders, you’ll turn workforce data into insights that help balance demand, capacity and resource allocation.

• Develop and maintain resource plans and forecasts across projects, programs and business-as-usual activities.
• Monitor resource availability, allocation and utilisation to identify capacity gaps, competing demands and workload imbalances.
• Develop reports and dashboards that provide clear insights into workforce demand, capacity and CAPEX/OPEX resource data.
• Partner with project managers, team leaders, Finance, People and Culture, and the Enterprise Portfolio Management Office to validate forecasts and address resourcing constraints.
• Support contractor procurement and provide project teams with resource planning advice, tools and templates.
• Improve resource management processes, data quality and reporting standards to support informed decision-making.

To be successful in the role you will:

• Bring a minimum of 5 years’ experience as a Resource Analyst or Resource Manager in a large, complex environment.
• Have mandatory experience using resource management systems; the client uses a workforce management system built on Microsoft PowerApps.
• Demonstrate strong resource forecasting, capacity planning and analytical skills, including experience supporting large capital portfolios and analysing CAPEX/OPEX people data.
• Offer strong reporting and data visualisation skills, advanced Excel capability, and experience translating complex data into insights for senior stakeholders.
• Hold a diploma or tertiary qualification in business, IT management or project management, or equivalent experience, with a project management accreditation such as PRINCE2, PMBOK or AgilePM.
• Build effective stakeholder relationships, communicate clearly and manage competing priorities across business and technology teams.
• Ideally bring Power BI and Power Platform experience, plus familiarity with SAP EPPM/S4HANA, Microsoft Project Online or similar project management tools. Government experience is not required.
• Be able to complete two reference checks and a police check before commencing.

What’s on offer for you:

• A 3-month contract supporting enterprise resource planning during a period of leave backfill.
• Hybrid working with 3 days in Parramatta and 2 days working from home.
• The opportunity to contribute to resource planning across digital delivery, capital projects and business-as-usual operations.

Synergie Australia delivers a full 360º recruitment solution, consisting oftemporaryandpermanent recruitment services, and more.Safetyis of the highest priority, and Synergie Australia prides itself on fostering a culture that champions guidance and care in the workforce.Beyond recruitment, Synergie Australia is motivated to improve everyday standards within the working landscape so people can thrive today, and in the future. This approach delivers real change to communities by improving workplaces, local economies, inequalities, and changes to the climate. If you aspire for better, let’swork together.