Data Analyst

Pacific Smiles Group; Newcastle-Maitland; Hybrid; AUD 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working after training

Structured onboarding with engineering

Health & wellness program

Job summary

Pacific Smiles Group in East Maitland, NSW is expanding its IT Data Engineering team with two Data Analyst roles: one permanent, full-time and one 12-month fixed term. You’ll join a small, collaborative team building and supporting a modern lakehouse on Microsoft Fabric, while delivering reliable data pipelines and insights.

You’ll work with SQL, Power BI, and data modelling, help migrate legacy objects, and support business users.

Qualifications

• 0–2 years’ experience in data, IT, computer science, or related field.
• Recent graduates encouraged to apply.
• Familiarity with data pipelines, BI reporting, and analytics concepts.

Responsibilities

• Monitor daily data pipelines and refreshes, fix issues as they arise.
• Assist business users with reporting, data discrepancies, and access requests.
• Build and improve Power BI reports and semantic models.
• Develop and test data transformations across lakehouse layers.
• Migrate legacy warehouse objects and reports while checking data quality.
• Collaborate using Git, CI/CD, and AI-assisted tools with peer reviews.
• Write documentation and runbooks for knowledge sharing.

Skills

SQL

Data modelling

Troubleshooting

Communication

Learning mindset

Data privacy

Python/PySpark

Microsoft Fabric/Databricks

Git/CI/CD

AI coding assistants

Education

Bachelor’s or higher in data/IT/computer science/business analytics/maths

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

Two roles available! Permanent and 12-month fixed term Based At East Maitland with hybrid working arrangements after training Graduates welcome Start your data career with purpose At Pacific Smiles Group, we open our dental centres every day for one reason: to improve the oral health of all Australians to world’s best. Behind that sits a data platform that more than 120 dental centres depend on. Finance, Payroll, People & Culture, Marketing, Clinical Support and Practice teams all use it every day. We’re growing our IT Data Engineering team and have two Data Analyst roles available: One permanent, full-time role One 12-month fixed-term role - full time hours You can start now or in January 2027, so if you’re finishing your studies this year, we’d love to hear from you!

About the role These are hands‑on roles in a small, collaborative team that reports to the Data Office Manager. You’ll help keep our data, reporting and integrations running smoothly. You’ll also be part of a major modernisation project, moving us from a traditional data warehouse to a modern lakehouse on Microsoft Fabric.

Day to day, you’ll:

• Monitor daily data pipelines and refreshes, and fix issues when they come up
• Help business users with reporting questions, data discrepancies and access requests
• Build and improve Power BI reports and semantic models
• Develop and test data transformations across our lakehouse layers
• Help migrate legacy warehouse objects and reports, checking data quality as you go
• Use Git, CI/CD and AI‑assisted development tools as part of everyday work, with every change peer reviewed
• Write documentation and runbooks so knowledge is shared across the team

Every piece of work starts with understanding the business problem, so you’ll learn how data creates value, not just how to move it.

About you We’re looking for curious, motivated people with 0–2 years’ experience. Recent graduates in data, IT, computer science, business analytics, maths or a related field are encouraged to apply.

You’ll bring:

• SQL skills, from study, projects or work (joins, aggregations, window functions)
• Some exposure to a BI tool such as Power BI or Tableau
• An understanding of data modelling concepts like fact and dimension tables
• A methodical approach to troubleshooting and checking data
• Clear communication, including explaining data issues to non-technical people
• A genuine interest in learning, and openness to feedback and peer review
• Respect for data privacy and confidentiality
• Experience with Python or PySpark, Microsoft Fabric or Databricks, Git, AI coding assistants, or a certification like PL‑300 or DP‑600 is a bonus, but not essential

We’ll help you build these skills.

Are we what you’re looking for? Pacific Smiles is a rapidly growing professional company. We have 2000+ staff who work together with passion, positivity and a desire to be the best. At Pacific Smiles Group, employees are recognised and rewarded for their contributions, and there is a strong emphasis on career and professional development.

We also provide:

• Workplace flexibility to support life balance, including hybrid working once your training period is complete, and a supportive leadership team dedicated to a culture of excellence
• An ongoing commitment to training and development, including structured onboarding with an experienced engineering team
• A corporate health and wellness program
• An exciting reward and recognition program
• Extra perks that make a great office environment, like fruit baskets and morning teas (any excuse for cake will do here!)

Please Note: To work in Dental in QLD, you are required to hold a Blue Card for paid employment (at no cost to you). You can discuss this further with us during an interview if you have any concerns.

At Pacific Smiles Group, we know that behind every great dentist is a dedicated team of professionals. Our network of over 120 dental centres across Australia provides modern facilities, state‑of‑the‑art equipment, and a supportive workplace where you can grow and thrive.

As part of our team, you’ll enjoy:

• A positive and professional work environment with strong teamwork and collaboration.
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities to help you advance.
• The chance to work alongside experienced dental practitioners and support staff.
• Job stability with a well-established and growing organisation.

We operate Pacific Smiles Dental and Nib Dental Care centres along the East Coast, and we exclusively manage HBF Dental Centres in Western Australia. That means more opportunities for Dental Assistants, leadership positions and support staff to build a fulfilling career.

If you’re passionate about patient care and want to be part of a team that values your skills and dedication, Pacific Smiles Group is the place for you!