Senior Data Analyst

Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW?
Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage.

• Permanent full-time (35 hours per week)
• Office location - regional location encouraged/Hybrid working supported
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $120,859 base to $133,183 top + super

The Water Group is currently seeking to appoint a Senior Data Analyst to provide expert advice on software/technological/data designs, builds software/data solutions, provides statistical information and analysis to support evidence-based decision making and technical expertise for existing and new database systems and applications, data mapping and analytics services supporting performance and compliance monitoring and reporting and policy analysis on water utilities in regional NSW.

This role focuses on the continuous development and robust operation of a complex data collection portal and database for LWU performance data and ensure information products and analytical tools reflect the needs of customers, regulated entities, government agencies, and other stakeholders.

Key accountabilities

• Identify, design, establish and maintain existing and new database applications and platforms, predominantly Oracle APEX Platform, SQL and MS Access, and new business intelligence/analytical tools, working closely with the DCCEEW IT to leverage internal expertise and integrate technology systems and services.
• Design, develop and implement new processes and software applications for data collection, storage, analysis, delivery and visualization using engineering principles to support validity, efficiency and consistency of newly developed applications and data dashboards, including developing and maintaining bespoke software applications and data dashboards that support automation.
• Develop and manage validation and quality assurance processes to identify and address errors and ensure data collection and validation is robust and undertake post implementation benefits realisation reviews of systems projects and provide reports to executive and key stakeholders.
• Coordinate with the stakeholders to collect their business needs and develop solutions for achieving these benefits through development of data collection, analysis and reporting.
• Lead the delivery of water utility specific performance monitoring, benchmarking and other information and analytics products to ensure DCCEEW Water meets its performance monitoring and reporting requirements.

Essential Requirements

• Tertiary qualifications in Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, Operations Research or relevant field and/or equivalent experience

For more information read the full Role Description: Senior Data Analyst

Who We Are

The Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) works to protect the state’s environment and heritage. It leads the way on climate change, driving the sustainable transition to a net zero economy, powered by affordable, reliable, and clean energy.

DCCEEW conserves and protects the state’s natural environment. It manages the NSW national park estate, including its rich and diverse biodiversity and Aboriginal cultural heritage for future generations.

DCCEEW also ensures sustainable management of water resources across the state, to support the environment, communities and industry.

We acknowledge the ongoing custodial responsibilities of the Aboriginal peoples of NSW to care for Country and water and are committed to establishing meaningful partnerships with Aboriginal peoples in the management of the environment.

To Apply

If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.

Applications close Monday 30th September 2024 at 11:55PM.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Vishal Verma via vishal.verma@dpie.nsw.gov.au.

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.

Our goal is to build a workforce that not only represents but also understands and serves the diverse communities of New South Wales. We are committed to making our state a vibrant and inclusive place to live, work, and thrive for everyone. Our workforce represents people of all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, the LGBTQI+ community, and people from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds.

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