Senior Data Manager

RELATBL Recruiting Pty Ltd; Canberra; Hybrid; AUD 96,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Employee Assistance Program

Wellbeing support

Networking opportunities

Engagement options

Job summary

RELATBL Recruiting Pty Ltd seeks a data governance professional for a 12‑month APS6‑equivalent labour hire contract with potential extensions up to 24 months, across QLD, ACT, VIC, SA, TAS. Hybrid working arrangements are considered, with up to 50 hours per week and hourly pay of $70–$90 (exclusive of super).

Australian citizenship and Baseline clearance (or ability to obtain) are required. You will analyse high‑value datasets, apply governance and quality rules, gather business requirements,

Qualifications

• Experience in data governance, data integrity and data quality assurance.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex datasets and apply evidence-based judgement.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to tailor messaging to diverse stakeholders.
• Experience with Centrelink/Medicare data, agency data landscapes or relevant legislative frameworks is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Analyse high-value datasets and apply data governance and quality rules to support AI-ready data.
• Gather business requirements and translate them into practical data quality and governance solutions.
• Maintain and implement data quality rules within the platform and support continuous improvement.
• Coordinate project documentation, reporting and testing activities to support delivery outcomes.
• Build effective stakeholder relationships across data stewards, SMEs and technical teams to resolve issues and progress work.

Skills

Data governance

Data quality

Data analytics

Requirements gathering

Stakeholder management

Communication

Job description

• 12-month APS6-equivalent labour hire contract, with potential of up to 24 months of extensions
• QLD, ACT, VIC, SA, TAS | Hybrid working arrangements considered 6 weeks on-site
• Up to 50 hours per week
• Earn $70 – $90 per hour (exclusive of super)
• Australian citizenship and Baseline security clearance (or ability to obtain) required

Key details:

• 12-month APS6-equivalent labour hire contract, with potential of up to 24 months of extensions
• QLD, ACT, VIC, SA, TAS | Hybrid working arrangements considered 6 weeks on-site
• Up to 50 hours per week
• Earn $70 – $90 per hour (exclusive of super)
• Australian citizenship and Baseline security clearance (or ability to obtain) required

About the company

relatbl connects talented professionals with rewarding opportunities across government, private and not-for-profit organisations, including contract, fixed-term and permanent roles. We take the time to understand your skills and career goals, match you with work where you can thrive and build your experience, and provide personal, responsive support throughout your placement.

About the role

Support a program by analysing high-value datasets and applying data governance and quality rules that strengthen AI-ready data. Deliver practical quality improvements that reduce risk and enhance the agency’s ability to use data for analytics, automation and decision-making.

Duties

• Analyse high-value datasets and apply data governance and quality rules to support AI-ready data.
• Gather business requirements and translate them into practical data quality and governance solutions.
• Maintain and implement data quality rules within the platform and support continuous improvement.
• Coordinate project documentation, reporting and testing activities to support delivery outcomes.
• Build effective stakeholder relationships across data stewards, SMEs and technical teams to resolve issues and progress work.

Skills and experience

• Demonstrated experience in data governance, data integrity and data quality assurance is required.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex datasets and apply evidence-based judgement.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to tailor messaging to diverse stakeholders.
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities and work both independently and collaboratively in a project environment.
• Experience with Centrelink/Medicare data, agency data landscapes or relevant legislative frameworks is highly desirable.

Culture and benefits

relatbl offers a supportive, people-first contractor experience with a team that stays connected throughout your placement.

• Competitive remuneration and access to a range of engagement options
• Broader opportunities across government, private and not-for-profit organisations
• Personal, responsive support and clear communication throughout your placement
• Confidential wellbeing support through an Employee Assistance Program
• Social and networking opportunities with colleagues and the wider professional community