Data Management Officer

Department of Defence; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Defence is seeking an APS 6 Data Management Officer in Laverton, Victoria, to advance data-informed decisions across the Defence logistics network. You will assess data quality, governance and security, and contribute to planning, coordination and management of data initiatives including migration activities.

You will deliver analytics and reporting that support business transformation and continuous improvement while engaging stakeholders across the organisation.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of data management principles in large enterprise environments.
• Experience supporting data transformation initiatives and BI outcomes.
• Ability to interpret policy and apply procedures in complex operational settings.

Responsibilities

• Assess, evaluate and improve data quality, governance and security.
• Lead planning, coordination and management of data initiatives including migrations.
• Deliver high‑quality analytics, reporting and data insights for decision‑making.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across Defence logistics network to enable continuous improvement.

Skills

Data management

Data governance

Data quality

Analytics

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

Defence is seeking a highly motivated APS 6 Data Management Officer to play a key role in advancing Defence's journey towards becoming a more data-informed organisation. Working within a small, high-performing Data Team based in Laverton, Victoria, you will contribute to the delivery of data and analytics outcomes that support Defence logistics capability and business transformation initiatives.

In this role, you will be responsible for assessing, evaluating, and improving data quality, data governance, data security, and business intelligence outcomes. You will contribute to the planning, implementation, coordination, and management of data-related initiatives, including business requirements analysis, data migration activities.

Working within an integrated workforce, you will support current and future logistics systems by delivering high-quality analytics, reporting, and data insights that inform decision-making and support continuous improvement across the Defence logistics network. Your work will help establish and maintain logistics data standards while enhancing organisational efficiency, capability, and operational outcomes.

About our Team

The Directorate of Logistics Systems Sustainment Transition (DLST) is located in Melbourne and Canberra Offices, and is one of three directorates within Logistics Systems Branch. The Directorate consists of a blended APS, ADF and contractor workforce, many with deep subject matter expertise and specialist skills.

It is agile to meet the changing business demands of the organisation. This position is in the Data Management Team supporting current and future Logistics Systems to the Defence Logistics Network and Source to Distribute Value Chain.

Our Ideal Candidate

We are seeking a collaborative and analytically minded professional with a strong attention to detail and a demonstrated ability to engage effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders.

The successful candidate will possess a strong understanding of data management principles and experience supporting complex data transformation initiatives, particularly within large enterprise environments.

You will demonstrate sound judgement, initiative, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret policy and apply practices and procedures in a complex operational environment. You will be comfortable providing technical, professional, and strategic advice, while contributing to project delivery, business improvement initiatives, and organisational planning activities. Have a high level of computer literacy, knowledge of logistics systems and be able assess, evaluate and drive future data initiatives and data projects.

You will thrive in a dynamic environment where priorities can shift quickly, demonstrating flexibility, adaptability, and a strong commitment to customer service and stakeholder engagement.

Security Clearance

Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance at Negative Vetting Level 1.

The key duties of the position include

Defence is seeking a highly motivated APS 6 Data Management Officer to play a key role in advancing Defence's journey towards becoming a more data-informed organisation. Working within a small, high-performing Data Team based in Laverton, Victoria, you will contribute to the delivery of data and analytics outcomes that support Defence logistics capability and business transformation initiatives.

In this role, you will be responsible for assessing, evaluating, and improving data quality, data governance, data security, and business intelligence outcomes. You will contribute to the planning, implementation, coordination, and management of data-related initiatives, including business requirements analysis, data migration activities.

Working within an integrated workforce, you will support current and future logistics systems by delivering high-quality analytics, reporting, and data insights that inform decision-making and support continuous improvement across the Defence logistics network. Your work will help establish and maintain logistics data standards while enhancing organisational efficiency, capability, and operational outcomes.

The Role

Defence is seeking a highly motivated APS 6 Data Management Officer to play a key role in advancing Defence's journey towards becoming a more data-informed organisation. Working within a small, high-performing Data Team based in Laverton, Victoria, you will contribute to the delivery of data and analytics outcomes that support Defence logistics capability and business transformation initiatives.

In this role, you will be responsible for assessing, evaluating, and improving data quality, data governance, data security, and business intelligence outcomes. You will contribute to the planning, implementation, coordination, and management of data-related initiatives, including business requirements analysis, data migration activities.

Working within an integrated workforce, you will support current and future logistics systems by delivering high-quality analytics, reporting, and data insights that inform decision-making and support continuous improvement across the Defence logistics network. Your work will help establish and maintain logistics data standards while enhancing organisational efficiency, capability, and operational outcomes.

About our Team

The Directorate of Logistics Systems Sustainment Transition (DLST) is located in Melbourne and Canberra Offices, and is one of three directorates within Logistics Systems Branch. The Directorate consists of a blended APS, ADF and contractor workforce, many with deep subject matter expertise and specialist skills.

It is agile to meet the changing business demands of the organisation. This position is in the Data Management Team supporting current and future Logistics Systems to the Defence Logistics Network and Source to Distribute Value Chain.

Our Ideal Candidate

We are seeking a collaborative and analytically minded professional with a strong attention to detail and a demonstrated ability to engage effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders.

The successful candidate will possess a strong understanding of data management principles and experience supporting complex data transformation initiatives, particularly within large enterprise environments.

You will demonstrate sound judgement, initiative, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret policy and apply practices and procedures in a complex operational environment. You will be comfortable providing technical, professional, and strategic advice, while contributing to project delivery, business improvement initiatives, and organisational planning activities. Have a high level of computer literacy, knowledge of logistics systems and be able assess, evaluate and drive future data initiatives and data projects.

You will thrive in a dynamic environment where priorities can shift quickly, demonstrating flexibility, adaptability, and a strong commitment to customer service and stakeholder engagement.

Security Clearance

Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance at Negative Vetting Level 1.

Eligibility

Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance at Negative Vetting Level 1.

Getting to know the Department of Defence

The Department of Defence employs around 18,000 Australian Public Service (APS) employees. Defence APS employees work in a wide variety of critical roles, Australia wide, enabling our three services Navy, Army and Air Force, to do their job. Defence has a range of Australian Public Service (APS) career opportunities that offer interesting, challenging, and unique work. Our workforce includes administrative support, accountants, intelligence analysts, engineers, policy advisors, graphic designers, lawyers, social workers, IT specialists and contract managers to name a few. We offer a rewarding career that includes professional development, work-life balance, recognition, a flexible and supportive work environment and a diverse workforce. To find out more about a career with Defence please visit https://www.defence.gov.au/jobs-careers