Senior Data Analyst

Queensland Government; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

The Queensland Government's Research team, serving Jobs Queensland and the Department of Trade, Employment and Training, seeks a Senior Data Analyst in Brisbane to turn complex labour market and demographic data into actionable insights for strategic decision-making.

You will lead the delivery of Anticipating Future Skills analytical products, work across datasets, and advance reproducible analytics using R, Python and SQL in a government context.

Qualifications

• Apply quantitative, spatial and analytical methods to labour market and related data.
• Translate complex findings into clear, evidence-based advice for diverse audiences.
• Develop and deliver reproducible analytical products and services.
• Coordinate projects across multidisciplinary teams and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of Anticipating Future Skills analytical products and services.
• Improve analytical methods and data utilisation through automation and modern analytics platforms.

Skills

R

Python

SQL

Job description

The Research team services Jobs Queensland (JQ) and the Department of Trade, Employment and Training (DTET), including equipping the JQ Board with robust evidence and analysis and translating its advice into work that is rigorous, credible and decision-useful.

Jobs Queensland is an independent statutory entity that provides expert, evidencebased, industry-led advice to the Queensland Government to support the strengthening of Queensland's current and future workforce.

The flagship program of JQ is Anticipating Future Skills (AFS) employment projections. AFS projections are developed using economic and labour market modelling.

The Research team is the program owner and undertakes analysis of AFS outputs to provide insights on Queensland's labour market outlook. The team supports work utilised in whole-of-government and industry forums including the annual JQ AFS roundtable held in November each year.

As the Senior Data Analyst, you will apply statistical and analytical methods to complex labour market, economic, demographic and administrative data, translating evidence into clear, actionable insights that support strategic decision making.

• Lead the delivery of assigned Anticipating Future Skills (AFS) analytical products and services, ensuring outputs are timely, robust, reproducible and responsive to stakeholder needs.
• Operate in an industry-government environment working across administrative, survey and emerging datasets, contributing to strengthening the analytical foundations of AFS and informing its future evolution.

The position requires an applicant who can:

What we are looking for

• apply quantitative, spatial and analytical methods to understand labour market, workforce, economic or related complex systems.
• translate complex analytical findings into clear, evidence-based advice and products for both technical and non-technical audiences.
• develop, deliver and continuously improving analytical products and services.
• coordinate analytical projects and work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams and with external stakeholders to deliver high-quality outcomes.
• improve analytical methods, production processes and data utilisation through automation, modern analytics platforms and reproducible analytical workflows with proficiency in R, Python and/or SQL to deliver quality-assured analytical products.

This role is available up to 31 December 2026 initially with possibility of extension up to 12 months.

We're committed to appointing the best-suited person for each role. This includes considering equity, diversity, respect and inclusion needs within our agency. We believe that these elements are essential for the success of our team and we strongly encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply. If you require any reasonable adjustments to fully participate in the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to reach out to the designated contact for the vacancy.

Job Ad Reference: QLD/700373/26

Closing Date: Tuesday, 22 September 2026