Data Analyst - APS5 Equivalent | Hybrid | Canberra Based

Start Date: Thursday, 01 January 2026
Contract Duration: Initial 6 months with potential for two extensions of 12 months each
Location: ACT - Hybrid work arrangement preferred
Security Clearance: Must be able to obtain Baseline
Hours: Up to 37.5 hours per week

About the Role
As a Data Analyst, you will develop and maintain Power BI dashboards and viewers to support regular reporting functions. You will analyse current and emerging datasets to identify trends and insights, contributing to strategic data projects and informing policy development.

Key Responsibilities

Operational

• Deliver high-quality tasks within agreed timeframes under the guidance of the Senior Data Analyst
• Manage routine reporting, dashboard updates, and data validation using tools such as Power BI
• Analyse datasets to identify trends and provide actionable insights
• Prepare concise written and visual outputs for internal briefings and decision-making
• Engage with stakeholders to understand data needs and ensure outputs meet business requirements
• Maintain documentation including SOPs and quality assurance processes

Strategic

• Support horizon scanning and deep-dive analysis on emerging policy issues
• Contribute to strategic data projects including dataset consolidation and acquisition
• Streamline and automate reporting activities
• Enhance analytical tools and practices to build long-term data capability

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in analytical software and tools such as Python, R, SQL, and Power BI

About the Team
You will be part of a section that provides data acquisition, analysis, and reporting services, including interactive visualisation tools. The team's strategic focus includes building a national data hub, enhancing analytical capacity, and supporting progress tracking towards circularity goals.

Selection Criteria

Essential

1. Proven experience in analysing and interpreting data to generate actionable insights
2. Strong communication skills with the ability to present data effectively to various audiences
3. Demonstrated collaboration with stakeholders to resolve data-related issues
4. Experience in data management, quality assurance, and reporting using relevant tools

Desirable

• Understanding of national waste and resource recovery frameworks, plastics flows, hazardous waste data and reporting

Linda Jona
Consultant

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