Overview
A large government department is seeking an experienced Metadata Developer and Data Manager to support the uplift of business metadata and improve data discoverability quality and consistency.
This is a hands on role focused on researching analysing and documenting metadata for priority data assets then validating outcomes with business and technical stakeholders.
You will work with data stewards engineers analysts and project teams to create clear definitions and supporting artefacts aligned to agreed standards and work instructions.
Required Skills
Understanding of ISO IEC ***** and metadata standards or demonstrated ability to rapidly acquire this knowledge
Robust ability to research interpret and synthesise business and technical information
Excellent writing skills to produce precise consistent and accessible metadata definitions
Proven stakeholder engagement skills including validation and feedback management
Analytical capability to identify metadata gaps duplication quality issues and terminology inconsistencies
Solid organisation skills including progress tracking status reporting and issue escalation
Ability to work independently and collaboratively under general direction
Nice to Have Skills
Data governance and data management knowledge
Strong research and analytical skills across complex data environments
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
Experience with data dictionaries data models lineage artefacts or metadata repositories
Ability to quickly learn organisational programs processes and data landscape
Preferred Education and Experience
Tertiary qualification in information management data analytics computer science or a related discipline or equivalent experience
Demonstrated experience in metadata analysis curation definition development and stakeholder validation




Experience in regulated or large enterprise environments is beneficial
Other Requirements
Must be able to obtain and maintain an AGSVA Baseline security clearance
Hybrid working arrangement with onsite work required for the first 6 weeks before hybrid is considered unless otherwise negotiated
Ability to work up to 50 hours per week depending on business needs
Role available across multiple Australian locations including ACT QLD VIC SA and TAS with work based in key metropolitan centres
Ready to make a tangible impact on how data is defined governed and used at scale Apply now with your current resume and a brief summary of your metadata standards and stakeholder engagement experience.
To be considered for the role click the 'apply' button or for more information about this and other opportunities please contact Jocelyn Moore on *************** or email ****** and quote the above job reference number.
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📌 Data Manager (Australia)
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