Lead Data Engineer, Queensland Health
1 day ago
Innovate | Influence | Inspire
We're looking for a Lead Data Engineer to architect next-gen data platforms while inspiring a culture of innovation and technical command.
As a Lead Data Engineer, you will drive the design and delivery of high-quality data services, connecting state-of-the-art technology to enable innovative solutions across the Gold Coast Hospital and Health Service.
About Data Operations Unit
Data Operations is one of three directorates within the Performance division, dedicated to building, maintaining and evolving industry- leading data assets that deliver critical insights and enable data informed decision making across Gold Coast Hospital and Health Service.
About Your New Role
You will provide leadership within a collaborative team, leveraging expertise in cloud data platforms including Snowflake and AWS. The role is responsible for architecting, developing, and optimising scalable data solutions, applying agile methodologies to ensure efficient delivery of high-quality data services. This includes:
- Lead a team of data experts in the delivery of quality data services in an agile environment
- Drive standards, design processes and uplift team technical capability
- Research emerging data and analytics initiatives across GCHHS and Queensland Health
- Liaise and negotiate with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders
Qualifications and Experience
- Experience and proficiency with cloud data platforms such as Snowflake and AWS is mandatory
- Experience and proficiency with Agile Methodology and Delivery Framework is mandatory
- Strong leadership experience in data analytics and data engineering is mandatory
- While not mandatory experience and proficiency in the MS SQL Server, Integration Services, Management Studio and Transact SQL is highly regarded
- While not mandatory a relevant tertiary qualification is highly regarded
- While not mandatory understanding of health data and Queensland Health information systems is highly regarded
- Declaration of serious discipline history must be disclosed
- Criminal History Screening will be required for new employees (GCH will cover cost)
Benefits of working with Gold Coast Health
- Flexible work options
- Career Development
- Modern Facilities
- Diverse Work Culture
- Research Opportunities
- 12.75% super + Salary Packaging
- 17.5% leave loading
Salary
- Permanent full time
- Base salary ranging from $ $ per annum
About Gold Coast Health
- Nationally and internationally recognised location for innovative medical research and health care
- Annual operating budget exceeding $1.5 billion
- More than 1100 beds across three hospitals - Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Hospital, Varsity Lakes Hospital and Robina and Southport Health Precincts
- Secondary and tertiary health services across more than 20 facilities
- Opportunity to combine professional advancement, job satisfaction and relaxation into one fulfilling lifestyle
- A workplace culture that encourages people to bring their whole selves to work so that they can perform at their best
- Committed to reflecting the diversity of the Gold Coast community and ensuring each staff member is included and feels like they belong
How to Apply
Click APPLY to submit your application by Thursday, 23 October 2025
Join us and be a part of a dynamic team dedicated to excellence in healthcare. Make the move to the Gold Coast and enjoy a fulfilling career in a stunning location
Gold Coast Health is committed to providing an accessible, inclusive work environment. Please contact the nominated person if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout this recruitment process.
Job Ad reference: GC665108
For further in-depth requirements please refer to the attached Role Description.
Please note: no third-party applications will be accepted.
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