Data Analyst (Safe Systems Safer People) (Temporary Opportunity up to 24 months)

You can create a unique and lasting impact on our people.

You're all about the detail and this role will allow you to drive evidence-based decision making to optimise systems and efficiency, not just for the business but for our customers too. It's data and research with impact you can see.
 

In this role, you'll:

be working as part of a Safe Systems and Programs (Safer People) team, providing research, data analysis, reporting and insights on a range of issues associated with road user behaviour and community attitudes towards road safety aimed at reducing road trauma as outlined in the 2026 Road Safety Action Plan.

This is work that will inform program directions, policy development and other initiatives designed to influence and change driver behaviour and improve road safety with a particular focus on supporting the average speed camera trial, seatbelt detection camera program and other automated enforcement under the NSW Automated Enforcement Strategy for road safety.

This fixed term opportunity (up until 01-03-2027) will see you joining a high performing, collaborative team environment.

You are open to creating a supporting culture and value a role that can influence safe outcomes for the people of NSW.

For more information on this position and business unit, view the role description and information pack.
 

About you

Your proven strong data analysis skills and problem-solving acumen, qualifications in data analysis, research or information management or similar, will see you excel in supporting program management, reporting and governance across a range of road safety programs supporting the Safe Systems model to improve road safety.

You will leverage your tertiary qualifications in data analysis, research or behavioural science, public policy or safety to deliver the goals of the 2026 Road Safety Action Plan and contributing to road safety outcomes within Transport for NSW.

You’re passionate about road safety and have experience with data analysis, reporting and insights, carrying out/and or applying research and the development of behavioural change programs.

You're recognised for your ability to prioritise your work under time pressure and for being pragmatic and outcomes focused.

You are self-motivated, organised and enjoy taking ownership of projects and you enjoy working in a multi-disciplinary team.

Knowledge sharing is valued by you as well as working within a collaborative team culture where professional development and cross-skilling is encouraged.
 
Currently, the team is enjoying a hybrid way of working with attendance to Macquarie Park offices one day a week on average. This may be subject to change as we finalise our return to office review.
 

Who we are

Transport for NSW provides a safe, integrated, and efficient transport system. We connect people, communities and industry every day. 
 

Join us
 

Our workforce is as diverse as the community we serve. If you’d like further information on our inclusion and diversity initiatives, visit Transport careers.

We offer a wide range of employee benefits, like our award-winning flexible and hybrid work options.

This role is hybrid-friendly, meaning you can mix in-person days at your team’s home base location with remote days. 

What are you waiting for…? Connect with us.  Apply now!

Applications close: 11:59 pm Sunday 9th March 2025.

For more information about this role, please contact SALLY.MCDONALD@TRANSPORT.NSW.GOV.AU.

Aboriginal people and people living with disability are supported throughout the recruitment process and at work, and we encourage you to apply. Visit Supporting Aboriginal people or Supporting people with disability for more info or speak to your talent team member to arrange any adjustments to how you interact with us. 

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