data analyst

Environment Protection Authority

Job reference: req232

Location: ADELAIDE

Job status: Short Term Contract

Eligibility: Open to Everyone

About the Role

The Data Analyst is accountable to the Principal Adviser Intelligence and Analysis and works within the Strategic Improvement and South-East branch. The role is responsible for maintaining the quality of the data collected by the Intelligence and Analysis team. This includes liaising with industry to ensure all mass balance reporting requirements under the Environment Protection Regulations 2023 are met and that the data received is timely and accurate. The role also works more broadly across the entire EPA and collaborates with compliance teams and others to better understand complex regulatory issues and emerging risks. This is done by understanding organisational needs, performing technical data analysis and communicating outcomes.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Demonstrated experience and knowledge in spreadsheet and database management, programming language and data visualisation packages (preferably Power BI) to support data extraction and interpretation.
• Ability to inform, negotiate and communicate effectively with a wide range of personnel from government and private organisations.
• Ability to work independently under limited supervision and as a team member to achieve competing priorities within set timeframes.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills and experience in delivering and presenting data analytic reports.

About Us

As South Australia's independent environmental regulator, the Environment Protection Authority (EPA) plays a key role in protecting people and the environment from harm and supporting sustainable development for the benefit of current and future generations.

We work closely with industry, the community and government to protect our unique natural environment while supporting economic growth and improving wellbeing. We aim to be a trusted regulator by adopting best practice regulatory principles in administering South Australia's environmental laws. This means being proportionate, accountable, consistent, transparent and targeted (the PACTT principles) in providing our regulatory services.

What the EPA Offers

The EPA recognises the importance of balance and wellbeing and offers a range of different flexible working arrangements. These include flexitime (flexible start and finish times), working from home, part time, job share, compressed weeks and purchased leave.

Desirable Qualifications, Knowledge or Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Business Analytics, Mathematical Sciences/Statistics, Economics or related discipline.

Remuneration:

ASO4 ($76,561 - $80, % super added to your choice of super fund.

Contract

Term contract (until 18 September 2026) and full time (37.5 hours per week).

Special Conditions

• This role has been designated as a Position of Trust pursuant to the standards required in the Australian Government Protective Security Policy Framework. A current National Police Clearance is essential.
• The incumbent will occasionally be required to travel to sites in country areas and interstate.
• The incumbent may be required to work out of hours and as the need arises.

Enquiries:

Shannon Walker

Principal Adviser Intelligence and Analysis

Phone Enquiries:

Email Enquiries:

Application Instructions:

All applications must be submitted online. Please submit a covering letter of no more than two (2) pages describing your suitability for the role by addressing the selection criteria in the Role Description. Please also include a current curriculum vitae with three (3) referees and a copy of your qualification(s) as required in the Role Description.

Diversity and Inclusion

At the EPA, we prioritise diversity, equity, and inclusion, ensuring a safe and respectful work environment for everyone. With support from our employees, we focus on access, equality, inclusion and wellbeing in all we do. As a WE'RE EQUAL organisation, we commit to a vision for South Australia as an open, inclusive society that embraces and supports difference and diversity. Our initiatives including the White Ribbon program and Reconciliation Action Plan, aim to create a meaningful impact in our workforce and community.

We welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds including all ages, gender identities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, those with disabilities, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and LGBTQIA+ individuals.

Attachments

Please click here for the Role Description

Applications close: 07/01/2026 11:45 PM

Flexibility Statement

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.