Work at the intersection of data, business and technology in a highly visible transformation initiative. Your new company
Join a large Queensland-based organisation committed to delivering essential services across the state. This contract opportunity runs from September 2026 through to March 2027, with potential extension options available, and sits within a high-performing Commercial Insights and Advisory team. Based in Brisbane CBD, you will play a key role in improving business-critical cost modelling and reporting processes while partnering with stakeholders across business, finance, regulatory and technology functions.
Your new roleAs a Data Analytics Specialist, you will be responsible for reviewing, simplifying and optimising existing cost modelling and reporting processes. You will analyse current-state data models, workflows and reporting mechanisms, identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, transparency and data quality. Key responsibilities include:

- Engaging with business, finance, regulatory, technology and data stakeholders to understand requirements and pain points
- Assessing existing data models, calculation logic, controls and reporting processes
- Profiling, cleansing and integrating data from multiple sources
- Redesigning and simplifying cost models and analytical workflows
- Automating data ingestion, transformation, quality assurance and reporting activities
- Implementing validation, reconciliation and governance controls
- Monitoring data quality and solution performance while identifying continuous improvement opportunities
- Providing insights and recommendations that balance operational, commercial, risk and regulatory considerations

What you'll need to succeedTo be successful in this role,



you will bring a combination of strong technical analytics capability and stakeholder engagement experience.
You will demonstrate:

- Experience delivering advanced analytics, data modelling, data engineering or decision-support solutions within complex environments
- Strong SQL and data modelling skills
- Experience working with modern analytics and cloud platforms such as Azure, SQL Server and Power BI
- Knowledge of data integration, transformation, data quality and automation practices
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, including model validation and optimisation
- The ability to translate business requirements into practical technical solutions
- Excellent communication skills and experience engaging with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
- A tertiary qualification in Data Science, Computer Science, Analytics, Econometrics or a related discipline, or equivalent professional experience

What you'll get in returnIn return, you will have the opportunity to contribute to a high-profile transformation initiative where your work will directly influence business processes, reporting outcomes and operational efficiency.You will work alongside experienced stakeholders in a cooperative environment while gaining exposure to complex data challenges, modern technologies and enterprise-scale analytics initiatives.If you're interested in this role, click 'Apply Now' or contact Alana DeLisle at Hays Technology for a confidential discussion.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
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📌 Data Analytics Specialist (Brisbane)
🏢 Hays
📍 Brisbane