We are seeking an experienced Data Platform Manager to join our Decision Support Systems team and be responsible for our data management system and support to various decision support tools. The position will ensure data management system reliability and compliance with legislative, regulatory and organisational requirements, including through effective system maintenance, development and governance. This includes attention to efficient data workflows. The position will liaise with data analysts across the organisation to understand their business needs related to data management and decision support tools, ensure relevant technical solutions are fit for purpose, and provide technical support.

What you'll do

- Manage data platform workspaces, access controls, compute cluster configurations, and relevant policies across multiple environments (e.g. in Databricks).
- Design, build, and operationalise data models, pipelines, stores, and real-time processing systems for scalable, reliable and secure data management within the platform.
- Implement and maintain robust data governance frameworks for the platform (e.g. using Unity Catalog), and ensure compliance with data privacy regulations and Reef Authority data governance policies.
- Monitor platform utilisation, manage performance, identify inefficiencies, and implement cost-optimisations.
- Work collaboratively with data analysts across the organisation and the Technology and Digital Services team to scope business needs and requirements, and align the platform roadmap within available resources.
- Build and sustain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders, share knowledge of own areas of expertise and mentor and coach less experienced staff.
- Resolve problems using professional knowledge and experience to identify and develop ideas and analyse alternative courses of action and their implications.

What you'll bring

- You have experience in data platform management, digital project management, data analytics, and data governance.
- You are an excellent communicator, both in the written and verbal forms, who can provide high quality advice, guidance and support to non-technical and technical staff.
- You possess high level problem solving, risk mitigation and negotiation skills and have proven ability to work collaboratively with individuals, groups and executive management.
- You are outcomes focussed and enjoy being part of a cohesive team.




- You are curious and open minded and you recognise the ideas and contributions of others.

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Susan Sobtzick, Assistant Director Decision Support Systems, Ph. 0403921***

Why join the Reef Authority?

At the Reef Authority, you'll build a meaningful career while helping protect one of the world's most iconic natural assets. We offer a supportive, versatile and purpose-driven workplace where your work has real impact.

You'll enjoy competitive APS employment conditions, including up to 15.4% employer superannuation, flexible working arrangements, wellbeing initiatives, professional development opportunities and a collaborative culture committed to protecting the Great Barrier Reef for future generations.

Essential Requirements

- Demonstrated experience in use and/or management of data platforms (e.g. Databricks) and data governance
- Working proficiency in SQL and Python.

Desirable qualifications or equivalent experience

- Demonstrated experience in, and understanding of, data analytics and data visualisation
- Knowledge of, and experience with, Microsoft Azure data products and services

To be eligible for employment, candidates must be an Australian citizen at the time of application.

The position requires a Baseline security clearance. Successful candidates will be required to obtain and maintain a clearance at this level.

The successful candidate will be willing to provide identity documents and undergo an identity pre-employment check through a Document Verification Service.

How to apply

The Reef Authority is committed to authenticity and integrity in all recruitment activities. We want to understand who you are, your experiences, and what you bring to the role.

While you may use AI tools to assist with your application, your final submission must reflect your own voice, skills, and experiences.

Misrepresentation or unethical use of AI can compromise fairness and integrity and may result in removal from the process or other consequences. AI should be used to support (not replace) your authentic contribution.

Please ensure you read the instructions below and on the Position Description carefully,



noting failure to address identified requirements may lead to your application being deemed ineligible.

You will be required to prepare a response document (“pitch”) in MSWord or PDF format using standard margins and size 11 Arial font.

Please prepare a ‘pitch’, as outlined in the Position Description, in relation to the advertised role, outlining:

1. how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities would enable you to perform the duties and meet the technical and behavioural capabilities of the role.
2. any specific examples or achievements that demonstrate your ability to perform the role.
3. how you meet the eligibility requirements and qualifications for the position.

When crafting your response, we encourage you to review ‘Cracking the Code’ and the relevant Australian Public Service Work Level Standards which can be found on the Australian Public Service Commission website: www.apsc.gov.au.

Please complete your application online and provide:

- your ‘pitch’ (as described above and in the position description).
- proof of Australian citizenship (an Australian Passport or Australian Birth Certificate)
- a current curriculum vitae (resume)

PLEASE NOTE: - The panel may not consider additional information such as a cover letter or content exceeding the page limit.

Notes

- The current position is ongoing however through this process may create a merit pool to fill similar ongoing and non-ongoing positions that become available within the next 18 months.
- We do not accept unsolicited résumés from recruitment agencies.

RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Under the RecruitAbility scheme, you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under the scheme; declare you have a disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the job. For more information visit: https://www.apsc.gov.au/recruitability

Eligibility

Employment with the Reef Authority is subject to:

- Conditions prescribed within the Public Service Act 1999.
- Australian Government Security Vetting Agency (AGSVA) granting a security clearance at the required level.
- Evidence of citizenship status.
- Evidence of qualifications required of the role.
- Evidence of a completed national police-check with no risks identified by the Reef Authority.
- The CEO of the Reef Authority, or their Delegate, approving a Notice of Engagement.
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📌 Data Platform Manager Decision Support Systems (Canberra)
🏢 Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority
📍 Canberra