Principal Data Analyst

**Job no**: 903416
**Work type**: Full time
**Location**: Adelaide CBD
**Categories**: Administration, Business and Management
- **Central Adelaide Local Health Network, Adelaide**:

- **Salary ASO-7 $108,109 - $116,864 p.a. + Superannuation and Salary Sacrifice Benefits**:

- **Full-time temporary up to 12 months**

**About the Role**

Are you a data-driven leader with a passion for turning complex information into impactful insights? Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN) is seeking a dynamic Principal Data Analyst to lead the way in delivering trusted, timely and actionable data. In this pivotal role, you’ll support high-level decision-making across operational, tactical and strategic areas by planning, managing and evaluating complex programs within our Evidence & Insights Unit. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a tangible difference in healthcare outcomes through innovative data strategies and analysis.

You’ll play a key role in transforming and integrating sensitive clinical and business data from diverse sources into meaningful, high-quality reporting products. Your expertise will guide the design and implementation of systems and solutions that drive performance improvement and evidence-based reporting. Working closely with both internal and external stakeholders, you’ll provide specialist advice and lead collaborative projects to test and refine cutting-edge reporting systems. If you're looking to shape the future of health data analytics in a supportive and purpose-driven environment, we’d love to hear from you.

**About You**

You are a skilled and solutions-focused data professional with a passion for improving healthcare through evidence-based insights. You bring strong leadership, communication and analytical capabilities to deliver meaningful data outcomes in a complex environment.
- Proven experience in developing and implementing data management strategies within hybrid cloud and on-premise environments, including ETL processes and systems integration.
- Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to translate complex data requirements and present findings clearly to a range of audiences.
- Highly organised and adaptable, with excellent problem-solving skills, a commitment to continuous improvement, and the ability to work both autonomously and collaboratively.

**About CALHN**

At Central Adelaide (CALHN), we’re shaping the future of health through excellence in clinical care, research, and innovation. As South Australia’s largest health network, we deliver exceptional, safe and connected healthcare—for our patients, our community, and our people.

With more than 17,000 dedicated employees, every day at CALHN presents an opportunity to make a real impact—not because it’s expected, but because our values guide us to be our best.

Join us and be part of a team that’s driven by a commitment to a seamless safe and connected experience for all.

Find out more about our stories, our network, and the opportunities to be part of CALHN.

**Benefit of Joining CALHN**

At CALHN, we're dedicated to your career satisfaction and wellbeing, offering tailored benefits for healthcare professionals, including:

- **Salary Attractions**: Flexible options for salary packaging covering living expenses, meal and entertainment allowances, and novated leasing.
- **Annual Leave**: Enjoy paid recreation leave for essential rejuvenation, with leave loading applied.
- **Flexible Work Arrangements**: The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
- **Health and Fitness Benefits**: Access to Fitness Passport, a discounted workplace health and fitness program available to CALHN staff and their families.
- **Career Opportunities**: Explore career growth within the SA Health system with opportunities for skill development and movement across various metropolitan and regional sites.
- **Employee Assistance Program**: Confidential counselling and support services are available via our Employee Assistance Program.

Join CALHN for a fulfilling career bolstered by comprehensive benefits and unwavering commitment to your success.

**Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion**

**Application Information**:

- Please refer to the role description for essential educational/vocational qualifications that may be required.
- SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.

**Job ref: 903416**

**Enquiries to**:

- Thanasi Marinakis
- Position: Principal Project Advisor
Phone: 7117 3546

**Application Closing Date**

11:55 pm Friday 13 June 2025

**Refer to the SA Health Career Website -**How to apply** for further information**

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**Advertised**: 30 May 2025 Cen. Austral