Data Science Leader

Want to bring ideas to life?

You’re in the right place. We’ve been a leading design, engineering and advisory company for decades. So why choose Aurecon? It really comes down to one, crucial question: what kind of world do you want to create for the next generation? Truth is, the decisions being made right now will determine the future of everything - from the local community to the sustainability of our clients’ businesses - to the entire planet. One of those decisions is: who do you decide to work for?

How will your ideas contribute to shaping what’s next?

As our new Data Science Leader, Asset Management and Performance Advisory, you’ll work with a team of highly skilled data specialists. You’ll be a trusted partner to a diverse range of international clients and develop a deep understanding of their challenges, to co-create innovative solutions that help shape the future. You’ll drive value, connect assets to strategy and proactively respond to disruptive change.

Here are the key things you’ll do:

- Lead and develop a high performing team of data scientists and data analysts
- Contribute to winning work and building strong client relationships
- Manage the efficient delivery of high impact projects that leverage data analytics, machine learning and AI
- Design scalable solutions that solve data-intensive business problems efficiently and in a form that the business can use
- Synthesize complex analytics-derived insights into easy-to-understand, actionable recommendations
- Working in a multi-disciplinary environment with specialists in machine learning, data analytics, and data engineering

What are we looking for from you?

You’ll have a genuine passion for re-imagining problems and continuous learning to help shape the future. Alongside your experience in industry and consulting, you’ll also have:

- Postgraduate qualifications in a relevant field, such as computer science, data engineering, mathematics / or statistics.
- Excellent knowledge of common use cases of advanced analytics, machine learning and AI.
- Solid quantitative analytics and structured problem-solving skills.
- Significant experience in delivery of projects that leverage advanced analytics, machine learning and AI.
- Proven history of leveraging and growing existing client base; organic business development responsibilities.
- Exceptional communication and presentation skills with the ability to engage with a range of stakeholders and explain complex analytical concepts.
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate in a matrix organisation to deliver high quality solutions focused on the client outcome.

How will your future be shaped by us?

Joining Aurecon means you’ll be at the award-winning edge of innovation and sustainability. AFR ranked us Top 5 among sustainability leaders and Top 3 of all innovative companies in professional services. One Consult awarded us an innovative design award. Plus, we were Consult Australia’s large firm of the year.

You really can bring your whole self to work and be confident your voice will be heard. We don’t just claim we’re inclusive and innovative, as proven by the independent awards and accreditations we’ve gained. We’ve been recognised for our innovation culture, gender equality and our LGBTI+ inclusion. Plus, we have a robust Reconciliation Action Plan - our fourth edition since 2014.

On a personal level you’ll have access to flexible work hours, remote work, working holidays, part-time and job share options. You’ll be supported on every step of your career journey with mentoring, leadership training and our Career Hub. Outside of work, you’ll be further supported with competitive paid parental leave, cultural public holiday swaps, plus wellbeing support programmes.

Ready to bring ideas to life?