Cloud Data Specialist

Requisition Number: 377
Salary Range: $93,559.90 - $108,629.69 per annum
Position Type: Full Time Permanent
Location: Council Chambers, 119 – 145 Spence Street, Cairns
Application Close Date: Sunday, 6 October 2024 at 11.30pm AEST

Surrounded by lush rainforests, with the Great Barrier Reef easily accessible, Cairns offers a unique blend of natural beauty and modern living, making it the perfect destination to live and work.
Welcome to your new career!

We have an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated and detail-oriented Cloud Data Specialist to join our Information & Technology Services (I&TS) team. 

In line with industry trends, I&TS are gearing up to drive exciting transformational initiatives addressing key macro level Council challenges that include Data Strategy, Integration, digital dashboards, insights etc. supporting Cairns Regional Council Directorates corporate strategy goals. This is a new role that will be key in driving this transformation, as well as directing the creation and review of an enterprise architecture capability that supports ongoing success of our Corporate Plan that will see you responsible for a variety of work, with a focus on targeted business outcomes.  

The I&TS team is dedicated to supporting around 1,400 employees, with a can do, never give up attitude. 

We have a forward-thinking Executive Manager Information & Technology Services who provides strong leadership and a supportive workplace culture where everyone is valued. 

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Responsible for managing, organising, and analysing large sets of data to help drive informed business decisions.
• Play a key role in the Information & Technology Services Enterprise Architecture Team which establishes and maintains oversight of the Council’s approach to the use of information, digital services, and associated technology.
• Develop enterprise data strategies and technical solution designs to implement supporting plans, policies, and data practices that control, protect and optimise the value of council’s enterprise Data Assets in accordance with Council’s Business Strategy and Information Management Standards.

What We’re Looking For:

• Tertiary qualifications in an Information Technology related discipline or relevant industry experience.
• Extensive experience in data architecture design and deployment, systems lifecycle management, and infrastructure planning and operations.
• Demonstrated experience with Power BI and associated Power Platform infrastructure (Apps, Automate, Flow) design & implementation.
• Design, develop, optimise and maintain data processing (CI/CD) pipelines and related BI toolsets.
• Evaluate, recommend, and select data warehouse / data lake components, including database management systems, ELT / ETL software, API’s, data mining tools, and meta data management tools.
• Demonstrated knowledge in design and management of Microsoft SQL Server and Azure based database technologies including Data Factory, Managed Instance, Synapse & Databricks, Fabric, Azure Data Lake Storage (ADLS Gen2) and MS Purview.
• Experience with business requirements analysis, entity relationship planning, database design, reporting structures etc.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams.

If you are passionate about data and have a strong desire to contribute to data-driven decision making, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity! 

Some benefits we offer:

• Achieve work / life balance with flexible working arrangements
• Fitness Passport - subsidised health and well-being memberships (gym/swimming pool)
• Recharge with up to 5 weeks annual leave
• Up to 3 weeks personal leave
• Secure your future with 12% superannuation contributions
• Salary sacrifice opportunities
• Grow personally and professionally with learning and development opportunities
• Cherish family time with up to 14 weeks paid parental leave
• Relocation assistance may be available for preferred candidates.

We are committed to:

• Fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment
• Embracing innovation and continuous improvement
• Cultivating a culture of professional growth and support

Now we want to hear about YOU!

Applications MUST be submitted online through the 'Apply' button and include a Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria and Resume outlining previous academic and work experience and if requested include attachments of the relevant qualifications and licenses, relating to the role.
For further information about this role please download the Position Description which includes the Key Duties, Responsibilities and Selection Criteria.

Council’s Recruitment Team can be contacted via:
Phone: (07) 4044 3310
Email: jobs@cairns.qld.gov.au
Website: Employment at Council | Cairns Regional Council

Agency applications are not being accepted at this stage