Data Scientist Lead for Business Growth

We are seeking a passionate individual to join our team as a Senior Data Scientist - Business Engagement. As a trusted partner to the business, you will translate complex needs into clear, data-driven outcomes.

• Career Development opportunities in a growing function
• Flexible, fast-paced environment

About The Opportunity:

You will lead high-impact initiatives that bring data and AI to life across the South Australia region. You will engage with a wide range of stakeholders, translating complex data into compelling narratives that influence decision-making and drive adoption.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct in-depth analysis to support policy and program initiatives, translating business needs into clear data requirements and actionable insights.
• Act as a key liaison between business stakeholders, project managers, and offshore development teams, ensuring alignment on priorities, timelines, and deliverables.
• Gather, document, and validate business and functional requirements, working closely with technical teams to ensure solutions meet user needs.
• Design and deliver Power BI dashboards and visualisations that effectively communicate insights and support data-driven decision-making.
• Maintain and enhance AI tools used for summarising and analysing structured and unstructured data, ensuring they remain aligned with evolving business use cases.
• Lead the adaptation of tools for new applications, engaging stakeholders to understand emerging needs and translating them into technical specifications.
• Ensure all solutions are well-documented and compliant with internal data governance, privacy, and quality standards.
• Provide expert advice on data collection, integrity, and interpretation, supporting evidence-based decision-making across the organisation.
• Apply strong project coordination and delivery skills, managing tasks, timelines, and dependencies across cross-functional and geographically distributed teams.

Experience and Capabilities we are seeking:

• Relevant industry experience in working with data science and AI projects would be desirable.
• Proficiency with data mining, mathematics, and statistical analysis.
• Experience in pattern recognition and predictive modelling.
• Ability to work effectively in a dynamic, research-oriented group that has several concurrent projects.
• The ability to make good decisions based on analysis, experience and judgment.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills and ability to work independently.

Benefits of joining our company:

• Competitive Base Salary + Super + Annual Bonuses
• Some of the additional benefits include free insurance, 12 weeks paid parental leave, wellness rebates and discounts with industry partners
• Great opportunity for career growth & development with a leading contractor
• Certified Top Employer 2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025

At our company, we offer a dynamic and challenging work environment where our employees can grow and develop their careers. We provide opportunities for professional development, and our team members are encouraged to bring new ideas and approaches to their work. Our company is dedicated to fostering a culture of inclusiveness and respect where every employee feels valued and supported.

Requirements:

• BA/BS degree in Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or related field

Preferred Qualifications:

• MS/MA degree in Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or related field
• Relevant certifications or training in data science and AI

Key Skills:

• Data analysis and interpretation
• Programming languages (Python, R, SQL)
• Machine learning algorithms
• Database management systems
• Cloud computing platforms
• Agile methodologies