Senior Data Analyst

NSW Rural Fire Service; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 135,000 - 149,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4 weeks annual leave

MAP access for members and families

Salary packaging options

Job summary

NSW Rural Fire Service is seeking a Senior Data Analyst (Performance Reporting & Analysis) in Sydney to turn operational data into actionable insights that support decision-making and strategic planning. You will lead analytics and reporting to strengthen emergency preparedness and response.

The role requires postgraduate qualifications, experience with incident-related data and publications, and the ability to translate complex information into clear recommendations.

Qualifications

• Postgraduate qualifications and demonstrated experience in research, report writing, and the preparation of high-quality publications.
• Sound understanding of emergency services operations and incident-related data, operational reporting and performance information.

Responsibilities

• Lead data analytics, performance reporting and information management to support strategic decision-making.
• Develop and improve performance measures, reporting frameworks and BI solutions.
• Advise on data governance, privacy, and organisational data standards.
• Design and maintain data assets and reporting products for executive stakeholders.
• Establish data standards, dictionaries and reporting practices to improve data quality.
• Mentor analysts and provide technical guidance across the RFS.

Skills

Data analytics

Performance reporting

Data governance

Research

Report writing

Publications

Education

Postgraduate qualifications

Job description

• Attractive annual salary $135,149 - $148,929p.a. plus 12% superannuation
• Location: Sydney Olympic Park(flexible working arrangements considered)

Looking for more information?

Join Our Team: Protect, Serve, and Make a Difference!

We are the Rural Fire Service (RFS), a dedicated community of volunteers providing fire and emergency services to approximately 95% of NSW. When you work with the RFS, you join a passionate team committed to protecting our neighbours, the wider community, and the environment from the threat of bushfires and other emergencies. With over 70,000 volunteer members and staff, we embody the spirit of mutual respect, support, friendship, and camaraderie. We are one team with many players, united by a single purpose. If you share our passion for community service and environmental protection, we want to hear from you! Become a part of our mission to safeguard lives and our cherished NSW landscapes.

What you’ll be doing:

At the RFS, every role contributes to protecting lives, property, and the environment. As a Senior Data Analyst (Performance Reporting & Analysis), you’ll play a vital role in supporting evidence-based decisions through data insights that strengthen operational preparedness and emergency response. As a key member of the Performance Reporting & Analysis team, you’ll be responsible for turning operational data into meaningful performance intelligence that supports strategic planning and continuous improvement. Primary responsibilities will include:

• Lead the delivery of data analytics, performance reporting and information management to provide evidence-based insights that support strategic decision-making, operational performance and organisational priorities.
• Develop, implement and continuously improve performance measures, reporting frameworks and analytical solutions that ensure the quality, integrity and effective use of organisational data.
• Provide expert advice on data governance, analytics and performance measurement, ensuring compliance with data governance, privacy requirements, business rules and organisational standards.
• Design, manage and maintain organisational data assets, reporting products and business intelligence solutions that translate complex operational data into clear, actionable insights for executive and operational stakeholders.
• Establish and maintain data standards, documentation, data dictionaries and reporting practices to strengthen data quality, consistency, transparency and organisational capability.
• Build organisational capability in data analytics and performance reporting by mentoring analysts, reviewing analytical work, and providing guidance, coaching and technical support to stakeholders across the RFS.

Our Ideal Candidate:

We are seeking a highly skilled and analytical professional with demonstrated experience in research, report writing, and the preparation of high-quality publications. The ideal candidate will possess strong data analysis capabilities, with experience interpreting complex information and producing evidence-based insights to support decision-making.

You will bring a sound understanding of emergency services operations and ideally have a background working with incident-related data, operational reporting, and performance information. Your ability to translate complex data into meaningful reports, recommendations, and strategic outcomes will be highly regarded.

If you are interested in finding out more about this opportunity, please access theRole Descriptionand our organisation structure.

Note:

As per the role description, candidates are required to meet minimum essential requirements. If you do not meet the essential requirements for this role, your application may not progress to shortlisting.

Why work for us?

• Attractive leave entitlements including 4 weeks annual leave per year, plus more
• Free access to our Member Assistance Program (MAP) for all RFS members, and their immediate family
• Salary packaging options available
• One ‘Agreed Absence’ leave day per calendar month
• Ongoing learning and professional development programs (RFS is a Registered Training Organisation giving you access to various internal courses)
• Partnership with Fitness Passport for eligible RFS staff and their families to access more than 845 gyms and pools!

You’ll also get to enjoy:

• Easy access to Sydney Olympic Park Train Station, bus services and parking facilities
• Local eateries and childcare facilities
• Sydney Olympic Park Entertainment and Sports Precinct, including Accor Stadium, Qudos Bank Arena, Sydney Showgrounds, and Bicentennial Park
• Eligible staff are invited to join the local Sydney Olympic ParkConnected Membershipprogram, at an additional cost

Please submit your application no later than 11:55pm Sunday 18 October 2026.

Important recruitment Information

• Recruitment (talent) pool may be created through this recruitment process to fill future ongoing, temporary, casual and term, full time or part time opportunities.
• We value a diverse and inclusive workplace and are committed to ensuring our employees represent the diversity of communities that we serve.
• If you require an adjustment during the recruitment process, please include any details that you are comfortable sharing during the application process, alternatively, you can reach out to the role expert to discuss.
• The recruitment process may involve a range of assessment activities to determine your capabilities for the role (aligning to the NSW PSC Capability Framework).The Capability application tool is designed to helpjob applicantsunderstand and use theNSW Public Sector Capability Frameworkwhen applying forjobswith the NSW government. Additional checks for successful applicants will include referee checks and criminal history checks.

Vacancy Reference: R26-331

This may not be the role for you, however you can check out other vacancies in the RFShere, or consider volunteering with your local Brigade.

Learn more about how RFS members support communities across NSW below

We are seeking a highly skilled and analytical professional with postgraduate qualifications and demonstrated experience in research, report writing, and the preparation of high-quality publications. The ideal candidate will possess strong data analysis capabilities, with experience interpreting complex information and producing evidence-based insights to support decision-making.

You will bring a sound understanding of emergency services operations and experience working with incident-related data, operational reporting, and performance information. Your ability to translate complex data into meaningful reports, recommendations, and strategic outcomes will be highly regarded.