Data and AI Platform Analyst

Melbourne Racing Club; City of Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work options

Learning & development opportunities

Well-being program and EAP

Industry passes & event tickets

Free onsite parking

Parental leave & cultural leave

Job summary

Melbourne Racing Club is seeking a Data and AI Platform Analyst to own our data and reporting infrastructure, spanning Microsoft Fabric, Power BI, and databases. You will ensure secure, governed data behind key platforms and help build foundations for AI and advanced analytics.

Reporting to the Head of Platforms, you will collaborate with the Azure and Power Platform Engineer and stakeholders to manage data from platforms like Upbeat, Business Central, TASK POS, Ticketek, and other systems.

Qualifications

• 3+ years' hands-on database administration experience.
• Experience with Microsoft Fabric and Power BI administration, including governance and security.
• SQL Server or similar databases with performance tuning, backups and recovery.
• Experience across data governance, quality and compliance, including access management and audit requirements.
• Microsoft certifications such as DP-600, DP-300, PL-300 or equivalent are highly regarded.
• Experience in raceday or event-driven environments would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Administer Microsoft Fabric workspaces, capacity and data pipelines.
• Manage Power BI administration, governance, workspaces, licensing, security and report performance.
• Administer databases, including access control, backups, recovery, performance and compliance.
• Design and maintain data models, database schemas and reporting structures.
• Monitor data pipelines and platform performance, addressing issues before impact.
• Support disaster recovery, environment management, upgrades and continual improvement across the data environment.

Skills

Power BI administration

Microsoft Fabric

SQL Server

Data governance

Data security

Platform governance

Azure

Education

Bachelor's degree in Data Engineering/IT or related field

Tools

Microsoft Fabric

Power BI

SQL Server

Microsoft Purview

Azure

Job description

We are seeking a Data and AI Platform Analyst to join our Technology team on a full-time basis. The role will take ownership of MRC's data and reporting infrastructure and help shape how data is used across the organisation.

This is a technical, data-focused role spanning Microsoft Fabric, Power BI and database administration, with a strong focus on data governance, security, performance and scalability. You'll ensure the data behind key MRC platforms and reporting is reliable, secure and well governed, while helping build the foundations for our growing use of AI and advanced analytics.

Reporting to the Head of Platforms, you will work closely with the Azure and Power Platform Engineer, the broader Technology team and business stakeholders to connect and manage data from platforms including Upbeat, Business Central, TASK POS, Ticketek and other vendor systems.

About Us

Melbourne Racing Club (MRC) is an iconic sporting and entertainment organisation with a proud 150-year legacy. While we are renowned for hosting elite horse racing at Caulfield, Sportsbet Sandown and Mornington Racecourses, we are also so much more. Fromvibrant events and functions to our 17 Pegasus Leisure Group (PLG) hospitality venues across Victoria and community initiatives through the MRC Foundation, we are dedicated to delivering exceptional experiences for our guests, members and community.

In The Saddle

• Administer Microsoft Fabric workspaces, capacity and data pipelines
• Manage Power BI administration, governance, workspaces, licensing, security and report performance
• Administer databases, including access control, backups, recovery, performance and compliance
• Design and maintain data models, database schemas and reporting structures
• Monitor data pipelines and platform performance, identifying and resolving issues before they impact the business
• Manage data governance, security, classification, lineage and compliance, using tools such as Microsoft Purview
• Work with the Azure and Power Platform Engineer to maintain reliable data flows from key business platforms into Fabric and Power BI
• Support disaster recovery, environment management, platform upgrades and continuous improvement across the data environment
  

Your Track Record

• A relevant degree in Data Engineering, Information Technology or a related field, or equivalent hands-on experience
• 3+ years' hands-on database administration experience
• Strong experience administering Microsoft Fabric, Power BI or both, including workspace governance, capacity management and security
• Experience with SQL Server or similar databases, including performance tuning, backup and recovery
• Experience across data governance, quality and compliance, including access management, data security and audit requirements
• Microsoft certifications such asDP-600, DP-300, PL-300 or equivalent are highly regarded
• Experience in raceday or event-driven environments would be advantageous

The Perks

• Hybrid working options to support flexibility and work-life balance
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities
• Access to our year-round well-being initiatives, including our Employee Assistance Program for staff and family
• Racing Industry Member passes, discounts across our family of brands, and free tickets to a wide range of events to enjoy with friends & family
• Free onsite parking, or a short walk from Caulfield train station
• Leave options that suit your lifestyle, including paid parental leave, volunteer leave and cultural leave

Melbourne Racing Club values differences in gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background, disability, religion and sexual orientation, and encourages all suitable applicants to apply for this role.

Applications close 28 October 2026.