Data Scientist - Berry Domestic

Costa Group; Woolgoolga; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Costa Group in Woolgoolga, NSW is seeking a Data Scientist for a 9-month maternity leave contract. You will help unlock the value of data and support smarter decision-making across our berry operations.

Reporting to the National Transformation Manager, you will develop predictive models, analyse large datasets and deliver practical solutions to improve productivity and commercial outcomes.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Statistics, Mathematics, CS, or related field.
• Experience with statistical and analytical tools to manipulate data.
• Strong knowledge of ML techniques and predictive modelling.
• Ability to translate data into actionable business insights.

Responsibilities

• Analyse large datasets to support process optimisation and strategy.
• Develop and implement predictive models and analytical tools.
• Present insights to stakeholders and influence decisions.
• Maintain and improve data collection methods and models.
• Collaborate with operations and IT teams to deploy data-driven solutions.

Skills

Data Analysis

Predictive Modelling

Machine Learning

Stakeholder Engagement

Communication Skills

Education

Statistics/Math/CS

Tools

Statistical Tools

Analytics Tools

Job description

Costa is a global leading grower, packer, and marketer ofpremium quality fresh fruit and vegetables. Our success is built on acommitment to excellence, innovation and sustainability across every part ofour business.

Within Costa's Domestic Berry Category, innovation andcontinuous improvement are key drivers of success. We are seeking a DataScientist to join our team on a 9-month maternity leave contract, helping usunlock the value of data and support smarter decision-making across our berryoperations. Reporting to the National Transformation Manager, this role formspart of our Continuous Improvement team and is based in Woolgoolga, NSW.

Why Join Costa?

At Costa, our people are ourstrength. When you join us, you'll enjoy:

• Being part of Australia's leading horticulturalbusiness


• Competitive salary, supportive management and acollaborative team culture


• Opportunities to work on meaningful projects thatdirectly influence business performance


• Exposure to advanced analytics, technology andcontinuous improvement initiatives


• A diverse workforce in a dynamic and innovativeenvironment


• The opportunity to make a tangible impact throughdata-driven decision-making

What We Are Looking For

We are seeking a highly analyticaland commercially minded Data Scientist who is passionate about solving complexproblems and uncovering insights from data.

Working closely with operational and business stakeholders,you will identify opportunities to leverage data, develop predictive models,and deliver practical solutions that improve productivity, efficiency andcommercial outcomes. You will be comfortable working with large datasets,communicating technical findings to a broad audience and driving businessresults through data-based insights.

This role will suit someone who enjoys balancing technicalexpertise with strong stakeholder engagement and is motivated by theopportunity to influence decision-making across a large and diverse operation.

What You'll Do

• Partner with stakeholders across the business toidentify opportunities to leverage data and improve business outcomes


• Analyselarge and complex datasets to support process optimisation, harvesttechniques and business strategy development


• Develop and implement predictive models, algorithmsand analytical tools


• Assess and improve the effectiveness and accuracyof data collection methods and data sources


• Design, develop and evaluate testing frameworks tovalidate model performance


• Coordinate with operational and functional teams toimplement data-driven solutions


• Monitor, maintain and enhance analytical models andreporting tools


• Present insights and recommendations that supportdecision-making and continuous improvement initiatives


• Promote and contribute to Costa's health, safetyand continuous improvement culture

What You'll Bring

• Experience in a Data Scientist or similaranalytical role, demonstrating successful project delivery and measurableresults


• Tertiary qualifications in Statistics, Mathematics,Computer Science, Data Science or a related discipline


• Experience using statistical and analytical toolsto manipulate data and generate meaningful insights


• Strong knowledge of machine learning techniques,predictive modelling, regression analysis, simulations and advancedanalytics


• Experience developing and implementing data models,algorithms and analytical solutions


• Excellent communication skills with the ability toengage and influence a wide range of stakeholders


• Strong project management, organisational andproblem-solving skills


• Ability to translate complex data into practicalrecommendations and business outcomes

This is afull-time, fixed-term maternity leave 9-month contract, based inWoolgoolga, NSW.

Join Costa andhelp drive innovation and continuous improvement through data, analytics andtechnology.

Applicants musthold full Australian working rights to be considered for this role.