Data Analyst

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

Job summary

Forensicare is seeking a Data Analyst to join its Data Analytics team for a 12-month fixed-term parental leave cover, commencing November 2026. Based at Thomas Embling Hospital, Fairfield, you will extract, analyse and interpret data from multiple sources and develop high-quality dashboards and analytics products to support planning, performance monitoring and governance.

You will collaborate with clinical, operational and corporate stakeholders to translate complex information into clear

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Power BI

Power Query

SQL Server

Python

DAX

Data analysis

Statistical skills

Communication

Education

Tertiary qualification in health informatics / data science

Tools

Microsoft Fabric

Power BI

Power Query

SQL Server databases

Job description

Data Analyst

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.

We are seeking an experienced Data Analyst to join our Data Analytics team for a 12-month fixed-term parental leave cover, commencing November 2026.

This is an opportunity to apply your technical and analytical expertise in a complex and meaningful environment. You'll extract, analyse and interpret data from multiple sources, developing high-quality dashboards, reports and analytics products that support operational planning, performance monitoring, governance and organisational decision‑making.

Working closely with clinical, operational and corporate stakeholders, you’ll translate complex information into clear, meaningful insights and help identify trends, risks and opportunities for improvement.

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.

You will have:

• 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.

Please note, applications will be assessed as received and advertising may close earlier than indicated.

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.

Eligibility

• 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.