Senior Performance Analyst

Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW?Working to protect the state's environment and heritage.

Use your extensive performance analyst skills to contribute to the sustainable water management for the environment and communities of NSW

• Permanent full-time role at 35 hours per week plus FlexTime
• Located in Parramatta with hybrid working supported
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $129,464 to $142,665 plus super

The Natural Resource Access Regulator (NRAR) enforces the NSW water laws and offers guidance and education to help water users comply. We strive to be an efficient and effective regulator that celebrates and reflects the diversity of the community we serve. Working with NRAR provides a chance to make sure water is used lawfully so that all communities and the environment get a fair share.

NRAR's Performance Analytics and Artificial Intelligence team is currently seeking to appoint a Senior Performance Analyst to bridge the technical and non-technical stakeholders to translate complex data into clear, actionable insights that inform decision-making across NRAR.

The role quickly develops an understanding of organisational processes and data, engages closely with operational staff and technical teams, and supports junior analysts to keep work on track. With strong stakeholder management, critical thinking, and foundational data skills such as advanced Excel, the Senior Performance Analyst focuses on developing outcome-based KPIs, designing practical metrics, and improving internal processes to ensure data is effectively leveraged to enhance performance and operational outcomes.

About You

You have demonstrated experience as a Performance analyst with strong skills in process mapping and data-driven analysis, including experience working with diverse stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into actionable solutions. You have strong data analytical skills to be able to formulate written reports for non-technical stakeholders.

You have strong communication skills with the ability to build and maintain trustful relationships with diverse stakeholders, guiding non-technical operational staff to provide accurate and meaningful information despite varying levels of technical understanding and navigating sensitive topics with stakeholders while preserving strong, collaborative relationships to ensure effective data-driven decision-making.

You have demonstrated foundational understanding of basic Power BI dashboard creation and editing to provide quick, supportive fixes while relying on developers and data specialists for complex tasks.

Essential Requirements

• Tertiary qualifications in in Business, Commerce, Information Systems, or a related field; or equivalent experience.

For more information read the full Role Description:  Senior Performance Analyst

Who we are

The Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) works to protect the state's environment and heritage. It leads the way on climate change, driving the sustainable transition to a net zero economy, powered by affordable, reliable, and clean energy.

DCCEEW conserves and protects the state's natural environment. It manages the NSW national park estate, including its rich and diverse biodiversity and Aboriginal cultural heritage for future generations.

DCCEEW also ensures sustainable management of water resources across the state, to support the environment, communities and industry.

We acknowledge the ongoing custodial responsibilities of the Aboriginal peoples of NSW to care for Country and water and are committed to establishing meaningful partnerships with Aboriginal peoples in the management of the environment.

NRAR enforces the NSW water laws and offers guidance and education to help water users comply. We strive to be an efficient and effective regulator that celebrates and reflects the diversity of the community we serve. Working with NRAR provides a chance to make sure water is used lawfully so that all communities and the environment get a fair share.

To Apply

If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.

Applications close Wednesday 29 October 2025 at 11:55pm.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Aniket Prasad, Manager Performance Analytics and AI, NRAR at

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.

Our goal is to build a workforce that not only represents but also understands and serves the diverse communities of New South Wales. We are committed to making our state a vibrant and inclusive place to live, work, and thrive for everyone. Our workforce represents people of all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, the LGBTQI+ community, and people from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds.

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