Senior Information Analyst

About The Team
The City of Gold Coast is undergoing an exciting transformation, and as part of this, we are bringing our IT services in-house. To support this journey, we're looking for a Senior Information Analyst to play a key role in delivering specialist SAP data integration and development across our enterprise data platform.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced data professional who thrives on solving complex problems, optimising data models, and contributing to a culture of data-driven excellence within one of Australia's fastest-growing cities.

About Your New Role
In this role, you'll take the lead on specialist SAP data integration and development, ensuring seamless data flow and connectivity across the organisation. You'll collaborate with stakeholders across the City to design, develop, and optimise data models that drive strategic, data-informed decision-making.

What You'll Do

• Analyse complex data structures and translate them into simplified, business-friendly data models.
• Design and develop dimensional models and star schemas to enhance performance and analysis.
• Develop and maintain data dictionaries, documentation, and governance standards.
• Collaborate with business units to understand data requirements and deliver effective technical solutions.
• Optimise data models and pipelines for performance, quality, and integrity.
• Provide technical expertise in SAP data architecture and best practices.
• Mentor and support Information Analysts within the team.

For more information, view the position brief by clicking the paperclip icon in the top right corner of this screen.
We're Looking For People Who Have

• Bachelor's degree in information technology, Computer Science, Data Analytics, or equivalent and relevant experience.
• Microsoft Certified: Fabric Data Analyst Associate DP-700 or similar experience
• SAP Certified: SAP Analytics Cloud Data Analyst
• Strong SAP knowledge, experience with SAP data structures, integration and data extraction
• Advanced data modelling skills in designing and developing dimensional models, star schemas and optimising data performance
• Skilled in developing and managing data transformation processes to ensure integrity and efficiency
• Committed to maintaining data accuracy, consistency and compliance
• Proficient in SQL and enterprise data tools such as SAP BW, Azure Data Factory, Power BI or similar
• Strong attention to detail when identifying data anomalies or optimisation opportunities
• Excellent communication skills to bridge the gap between technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Proven ability to collaborate with multiple teams
• Able to thrive during periods of change such as insourcing and transformation initiatives

Be part of shaping the Gold Coast's future

The Gold Coast is inspired by lifestyle and driven by opportunity. We are the second largest Council in Australia.

Benefits
We care about being the most flexible government organisation in Australia and we have a range of benefits to help you create the right balance:

• 9-day fortnight
• Flexible work arrangements to suit your lifestyle, including hybrid/work from home options, flexible working hours and locations
• Personal and professional development courses
• Access to 350+ fitness facilities through Fitness Passport
• 4 free confidential counselling sessions a year for you or an immediate family member
• 1 free nutritionist and financial advice session per year

We pride ourselves on our shared mission of being a high-performing, customer-focused organisation which delivers value-for-money services to the community. We're committed to creating a diverse workplace and inclusive culture.

How to apply

Click 'Apply' to submit your online application. Upload your Resume with a Cover Letter (of no more than 2 pages) outlining how your skills, experience and personal attributes would allow you to achieve success in this role.

Documents needs to be less than 2MB in size and PDF format is preferred. If you encounter technical issues when applying, please email

Our selection process may include a one-way video interview via Criteria, a face-to-face or virtual interview via Microsoft Teams, reference checks via Xref and additional checks including police checks, employment history checks, qualification checks, pre-employment medical reviews and drug and alcohol testing.

Contact Person

Ashley Shannon

Contact Email

Closing Date

Sunday 26th October 2025

Please note applications for all of our vacancies close at 10.30pm on the listed closing date.
The City of Gold Coast is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace. We are committed to supporting an environment where all employees, regardless of their differences or similarities, feel valued, respected and supported. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander persons are encouraged to apply.