Data Engineer

Linkforce Engineering; Perth; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Modern CBD office

Onboarding & training

Exclusive offers & discounts

Recognition awards

Job summary

Linkforce Engineering is seeking a Data Engineer to join our Technology and Innovation Team on a permanent full-time basis. Based at our CBD Head Office, this is a hands-on SQL role, responsible for building data pipelines, creating reliable SQL Server and PostgreSQL warehouse foundations, and improving data platform performance.

You will work with SQL Server and PostgreSQL, develop ETL/ELT pipelines, ensure data quality, and collaborate with business leaders and technical teams to deliver

Qualifications

• Expert SQL capability, particularly T-SQL and PostgreSQL.
• Strong experience with query optimisation, indexing and execution plan analysis.
• Proven ability to build ETL/ELT pipelines and warehouse structures.
• Troubleshoot skills with the ability to identify and resolve data quality and integration issues end to end.
• Effective communication skills, with confidence partnering across business Leaders and technical teams.

Responsibilities

• Building automated data pipelines across operational systems.
• Creating reliable SQL Server and PostgreSQL warehouse foundations.
• Improving data platform performance, quality, monitoring and recoverability.
• Reducing manual data extracts and reporting rework.

Skills

T-SQL

PostgreSQL

ETL/ELT pipelines

Query optimization

Data warehousing

Data quality monitoring

Tools

Azure Data Factory

dbt

Airflow

Python

SSRS

Tableau

Apache Superset

Job description

Linkforce is aprivately owned, people-first contractorwith operational hubs across Australia.Since 2007, we have deliveredshutdown, maintenance, and project servicesto major clients in themining, infrastructure, energy, anddefencesectors.We operate across key regions including thePilbara, Goldfields, Coastal, Northern Territory andQueensland, supporting a wide range of projects and clients.With a reputation for reliability, safety, and performance, Linkforce continues to grow as a trusted partner in some of Australia’s most critical industries.

The Role

As we build a modern data capability, we now have the opportunity for a Data Engineer to join our Technology and Innovation Team on a permanent full-time basis. Based at our CBD Head Office, this is a hands-on SQL role, responsible for:

• Building automated data pipelines across operational systems
• Creating reliable SQL Server and PostgreSQL warehouse foundations
• Improving data platform performance, quality, monitoring and recoverability.
• Reducing manual data extracts and reporting rework

What You will Need

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate:

• Expert SQL capability, particularly T-SQL and PostgreSQL
• Strong experience with query optimisation, indexing and execution plan analysis
• Proven ability to build ETL/ELT pipelines and warehouse structures
• Troubleshoot skills with the ability to identify and resolve data quality and integration issues end to endEffective communication skills, with confidence partnering across business Leaders and technical teams
• Experience in mining, industrial services, construction, maintenance or asset intensive environment is highly desirable
• CDP, APIs, Azure Data Factory, dbt, airflow or Python is an advantage
• Exposure to SSRS, Tableau or Apache SuperSet without being a visualisation specialist will be highly valued

What We Offer

• Competitive Remuneration Package – Fortnightly pay cycle
• Modern CBD Office– With state-of-the-art facilities, including free coffee machines, gym membership including pool, sauna and steam room, and premium end-of-trip facilities: showers, bike racks, ironing stations
• Onboarding & Training – Supportive new starter program to set you up for success
• Exclusive Offers & Discounts – Employee-only deals and savings
• Recognition Awards – Celebrating service milestones and peer-nominated achievements

Why Linkforce?

We are a trusted contractor delivering end-to-end projects and services for industry leaders including BHP, Rio Tinto, Fortescue and Hancock Iron Ore. We combine robust systems, supportive leadership and a values-driven culture to support your success.

NEXT STEP

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce.