Senior Data Analyst

About Your New Role
As a Senior Data Analyst at the City of Gold Coast, you will play a valuable role in driving data-driven decision making across the organisation. You will be responsible for working with City business partners to design and develop analytical solutions by creating self-service business intelligence reports and dashboards.

This role requires strong problem-solving abilities, expertise in data visualisation, and proficiency with data analytics tools to provide actionable, data-driven insights for the organisation. The position is part of the Performance and Analytics business unit in the Department of Strategy, People and Performance.

We're Looking For People Who Have

• Bachelor Information Technology, Data Science or Data Analytics or equivalent experience
• 5+years' experience in Data Analytics or related discipline
• Collaborated closely with stakeholders to drive impactful insights and reporting solutions
• Experience in designing, developing and maintain automated reports that visually present and effectively communicate business insights and intelligence.
• Skills in data analytics tools such as Power BI, DAX, Power Query, SQL and Python
• Experience in MS Azure, Synapse, Power automate or power apps advantageous
• Demonstrated experience in data analytics methodologies, including comprehensive problem solving, critical thinking and communication skills.
• Lead and mentor teams by driving high safety and wellbeing awareness, and a culture of care and respect for the work environment.

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 organisationin 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

For more information, view the position brief by clicking the paperclip icon in the top right corner of this screen.

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 need 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, aface-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

Heidi Greenhalgh or

Mohamad Alboukhari

Contact Number

Closing Date

Tuesday 21st 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.