Data Analyst

Forensicare; Fairfield; On-site; AUD 105,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

Forensicare is seeking a data analytics professional to join our team at Thomas Embling Hospital, Fairfield, on a fixed-term 12-month contract beginning November 2026. The role focuses on extracting, modelling and interpreting data to support operational decisions, and building Power BI dashboards for varied stakeholders.

You will work with Microsoft Fabric, Power BI, Power Query and SQL Server databases, applying advanced analytics tools such as Python and DAX to reveal insights that drive

Qualifications

• A relevant tertiary qualification in health science, health informatics, digital health, information technology, data science or equivalent.
• Intermediate to advanced capability in Python and DAX.

Responsibilities

• Perform data extraction, modelling, statistical analysis and interpretation to support operational and strategic decision-making.
• Develop and deliver Power BI dashboard reports for stakeholders across audiences.
• Maintain and enhance Microsoft Fabric workspaces and Power BI reports, including notebooks and datasets.

Skills

Power BI

SQL Server

Python

DAX

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification in health science / informatics / IT / data science

Tools

Microsoft Fabric

Power Query

Job description

Full time | Fixed term, 12 months | Parental leave cover
Commencing from November 2026
Based at Thomas Embling Hospital, Fairfield
Rate: $117,208 (HS6) plus Super and salary packaging

About the role

Forensicare is Victoria’s specialist provider of forensic mental health services, delivering recovery-focused services across inpatient, secure and community settings.

What you’ll be doing

• Perform data extraction, modelling, statistical analysis and interpretation to support operational and strategic decision-making.
• Develop and deliver Power BI dashboard reports that communicate analytical finding clearly and effectively to a rang of stakeholders for different purposes and audiences.
• Maintain and enhance Microsoft Fabric workspaces and Power BI reports, including managing existing notebooks, onboarding new datasets, and resolving issues with report measures and calculations.
• Technical expertise or experience with Microsoft Fabric, Power BI, Power Query and/or SQL Server Databases
• Apply advanced analytical techniques to complex organisational and service challenges.
• Use data to identify trends, risks and improvement opportunities and help tell the story behind the numbers.
• Provide expert advice to managers and employees on data, reporting and relevant governance requirements.
• Collaborate across clinical, operational and corporate teams to strengthen the use of data and analytics across Forensicare.

About you

You’ll bring strong analytical capability together with the ability to communicate technical information clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.

• A relevant tertiary qualification in health science, health informatics, digital health, information technology, data science or equivalent.
• Technical expertise or experience with Microsoft Fabric, Power BI, Power Query and/or SQL Server databases.
• Intermediate to advanced capability in programming and analytics tools such as Python and DAX.
• Strong data analysis and statistical skills, with the ability to develop well-reasoned and defensible conclusions.
• The ability to synthesise information from multiple sources and turn complex data into practical insights.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across teams.
• Strong organisation skills and the flexibility to respond to changing priorities.

Why Forensicare?

At Forensicare, your work contributes to a specialist mental health service operating at the intersection of health and the justice system. This role provides the opportunity to work with complex datasets and modern analytics tools while producing insights that contribute directly to service delivery, organisational performance and Executive decision-making.

Influenza and Immunisation Evidence
This position is subject to a Police Check

Forensicare is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and developing a diverse workforce which reflects the community we serve. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people who identify as LGBTQI, people with a lived experience of disability, as well as people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Forensicare promotes our guiding principles of RESPONSIVENESS, INTEGRITY, IMPARTIALITY, ACCOUNTABILITY, RESPECT, LEADERSHIP, HUMAN RIGHTS; and promotes behaviours that are consistent with these values at all times. Forensicare is an equal opportunity employer and offers a smoke free environment.