Transport for NSW

Senior Data Analyst

Transport for NSW Alexandria, New South Wales, Australia

Government Administration · 10,001+ employees

7 h ago Closes in 7d
data-analyst Senior (5-10 yrs) Full-time Australia
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About the role

You will transform complex spatial and operational public transport data into trusted insights to improve public transport systems. Additionally, you will investigate data-quality issues, develop reporting solutions, and collaborate with technical and business teams to improve data governance.

What they look for

Spatial data analysis Spatial data management Operational data Data governance Data modelling Visualisation tools Analytical skills Problem-solving Data-quality management Reporting solutions Dashboard development Data security Ethics Privacy Stakeholder engagement

Requirements

The role requires professional experience in spatial data analysis or management, along with expertise in data modelling and visualisation. Candidates must possess strong analytical skills and the ability to communicate complex information to diverse stakeholders.

Benefits

Flexible work options

Full description

You want to play a part in making NSW a better place to work, live and travel.

You're all about the detail and this role will allow you to drive evidence-based decision making to optimise systems and efficiency, not just for the business but for our customers too. It's data and research with impact you can see.

In this role, you'll:

Turn transport data into better journeys for communities across NSW.

Transport for NSW is looking for an experienced and insightful Senior Data and Operations Analyst to join the Operational Technology team within Operations and Platform Management.

As a Senior Data and Operations Analyst at Transport for NSW, you will transform complex spatial and operational public transport data into trusted insights that improve public transport systems, strengthen decision-making and deliver better outcomes for customers. You will investigate data-quality issues, develop dashboards and reporting solutions, and collaborate with technical, operational and business teams to improve data governance, systems and processes. Working with a high degree of autonomy, you will provide specialist spatial data advice, support business users and help deliver reliable, customer-focused transport outcomes.

For more information on this position and business unit, view the role description and information pack.

About you

You will bring professional experience in spatial data analysis or spatial data management, supported by experience working with operational data, data governance, data modelling and visualisation tools. You will have strong analytical, problem-solving and data-quality skills, with the ability to translate complex information into clear, practical insights. To succeed in this role, you will also be an effective communicator and collaborator who can engage confidently with diverse stakeholders, manage competing priorities and independently deliver high-quality outcomes. A sound understanding of data security, ethics and privacy is also essential.

Who we are

Transport for NSW provides a safe, integrated, and efficient transport system. We connect people, communities and industry every day.

Join us

Our workforce is as diverse as the community we serve. If you’d like further information on our inclusion and diversity initiatives, visit Transport careers.

Flexible work options may be available. Learn more via Flexible work options and policy

Apply today

Applications close 11:59 PM Tuesday 25 August 2026

For more information about this role, please contact KAREN.LISTER@TRANSPORT.NSW.GOV.AU.

Aboriginal people and people living with disability are supported throughout the recruitment process and at work, and we encourage you to apply. Visit Supporting Aboriginal People or Supporting People with Disability for more information or speak to your talent team member to arrange any adjustments to how you interact with us.

Learn more about how to apply via Our recruitment process | Transport for NSW

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