58326

Data Modeller
Full-time Temporary

Closes: 02 September 2025

Classification: Senior Officer Grade B
Salary: $146,705 - $164,506 plus superannuation
Position No: 58326
Directorate: Digital Canberra
Advertised (Gazettal date): 19 August 2025
Contact Officer: Jack Walsh on Jack.Walsh@act.gov.au or (02) 6205 2603

Details: The Data Modeller role operates within a major transformation program focused on establishing whole of government ICT capability to enable the ACT Government.

The Data Modeller will design and document data models, information architecture, report and dashboard architecture, and patterns.

What You Will Do:

  1. Design and document data models, information architecture, report & dashboard architecture, and patterns.
  2. Working alongside the development team to design the ETL processes to ensure data quality and integrity.
  3. Review and document business processes, data sources, and definitions.
  4. Review requirements specifications documents.
  5. Develop, review, and maintain data dictionary, data taxonomy and other related artefact.
  6. Work with the business, business analysts and stakeholders to develop reporting and dashboards specification documents.
  7. Work alongside the development team to ensure that the reporting and dashboards solutions meet the business need.
  8. Work alongside with the different vendors during the program.
  9. This position may involve direct supervision of staff.

Eligibility/Other Requirements:

Professional / Technical Skills and Knowledge 

  1. Experience as a Data Modeller & Information Architect.
  2. Strong experience in understanding business requirements using User Stories, Business Process Maps, Use Case, User Journeys, FPS and SSS.
  3. Strong knowledge of data analytics, data modelling and database structure systems.
  4. Strong experience with SQL coding language for data analysis & DAX.
  5. Experience with Power BI for data visualisation and Business Intelligence tools.
  6. Experience with reporting tools such as SSRS.
  7. Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
  8. Strong experience in Datawarehouse design including SQL Analytics Services
  9. Excellent communication skills with the ability to convey technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
  10. Ability to work proactively, autonomously, and collaboratively.
  11. Experience with Agile Software Development.
  12. Strong experience using tools such as Azure DevOps.

Behavioural Capabilities 

  1. Ability to take an innovative and holistic approach to problem solving, design and delivery for improved outcomes.
  2. Leadership expertise in delivering agreed business outcomes and solutions by taking initiative, managing resources, and setting clear direction and providing guidance for project managers and team members.
  3. Ability to establish and maintain effective and diverse strategic business partnerships, including with senior stakeholders, through collaboration, engagement, responsiveness, and influence.
  4. Advanced analytical skills. Take an innovative and holistic approach to service design and delivery for improved outcomes.
  5. Adaptability to changing circumstances and multiple priorities and demands, and resilience while managing a constantly changing environment.

Compliance Requirements / Qualifications 

  • A current ACT Government CMTEDD issued Personnel Vetting Program certificate (Baseline clearance equivalent) is required for this position, or the ability to obtain and maintain one.
  • This position does not require a pre-employment medical.
  • Driver’s license class C is not essential.
  • This position does not require a Working with Vulnerable People Check.
  • This position does not involve direct supervision of staff.
  • The position is based in the ACT.

Notes: This is a temporary position available immediately for a period of 12 months with the possibility of extension and/or permanency.

Opportunities for flexible working options could include hybrid working, being a combination of working from home and designated office based.

How to Apply: Please submit a two-page pitch addressing the requirements within the “What You Require” section of the Position Description and curriculum vitae (no more than three pages, including referee details).

Applications should be submitted via the Apply Now button below.

Digital Canberra

Digital Canberra was established on the 1 July 2025, amalgamating positions which previously were advertised under Chief Ministers and Economic Development Directorate and ACT Health Directorate.

Note

This is a temporary position available immediately for a period of 12 months with the possibility of extension and/or permanency.

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