APS6 Data Analyst

Randstad; Newcastle City Council; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad Australia seeks an APS6 Data Analyst in Newcastle to deliver high-quality analysis and technical advice, with delegated authority to manage risks and oversee resource planning. You will lead performance management and support strategic planning within a dynamic team.

The role focuses on data analysis, visualisation, and strategic project management, requiring strong communication with stakeholders and a working knowledge of disability/health sectors.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in data analysis with Power Query desirable.
• Analytical mindset with ability to apply technical and numerical methods to resolve complex issues and assess risks.
• Judgement and initiative to resolve issues in a legislative-governed environment.
• Excellent relationship management to coordinate with stakeholders and external consultants.
• Understanding of disability, health, or allied health sectors is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Data Analysis & Visualisation: Deliver analyses and dashboards for strategic decision-making.
• Workforce Planning: Translate future-state designs into inputs for FTE forecasts by role, time, and location.
• Strategic Support: Coordinate and assist in strategic planning, program management, and policy development within a complex operational environment.
• Leadership & Oversight: Provide guidance for business analysis functions, setting priorities and managing workflows.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Negotiate with internal and external stakeholders to manage change processes.

Skills

Data analysis

Power Query

Dashboards

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical mindset

Tools

Power BI

Job description

The APS6 Data Analyst delivers high-quality analysis and technical advice to resolve complex problems. In this team leadership role, you will hold delegated authority to manage risks, oversee resource planning, and drive performance management within your work area. Additionally, you will coordinate strategic planning and project management initiatives that support the agency's core objectives

Details

• Start: ASAP
• Contract Term: Initial contract until 31/12/2026 potential for extension).
• Hourly Rate: $60.26 per hour + Superannuation.
• Location: Newcastle NSW
• Work Rights: Applicants must be Australian Citizens.

APS6 Data Analyst

The APS6 Data Analyst delivers high-quality analysis and technical advice to resolve complex problems. In this team leadership role, you will hold delegated authority to manage risks, oversee resource planning, and drive performance management within your work area. Additionally, you will coordinate strategic planning and project management initiatives that support the agency's core objectives

Key Responsibilities

• Data Analysis & Visualisation: Deliver high-quality analysis and reporting, including the development of interactive dashboards and data visualisations to support strategic decision-making.
• Workforce Planning: Translate future-state designs into modellable inputs and inform FTE forecasts segmented by role, time, and location.
• Strategic Support: Coordinate and assist in strategic planning, program management, and policy development within a complex operational environment.
• Leadership & Oversight: Provide guidance for business analysis functions, setting priorities and managing workflows to ensure project alignment with agency objectives.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Negotiate with internal and external stakeholders to manage change processes and minimise resistance during organisational transitions.

Skills & Experience Required

• Technical Proficiency: Strong experience in data analysis is essential, with Power Query experience being highly desirable.
• Analytical Mindset: Ability to apply advanced technical and numerical methods to resolve complex issues and assess risks.
• Judgement & Initiative: Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgement and work under limited direction to resolve issues in a legislative-governed environment.
• Communication: Excellent relationship management skills to coordinate with various stakeholders and external consultants.
• Sector Knowledge: An understanding of the disability, health, or allied health sectors is considered a significant advantage.

Please Note: Applications close Tuesday 19th May at 12pm

At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.