Resource Performance and Data Analyst

Resource Performance and Data Analyst at City of Sydney

Caring for our city, creating a future for all.

Our people are passionate about their communities and connected to their teams. They’re motivated by our genuine commitment to diversity and inclusion, and our clear, compelling plan for our global city: Sustainable Sydney 2030 – 2050 Continuing the Vision. Be part of a purpose-led organisation with care at its core. You’ll make a difference by acting in the best interests of our communities and city. Be better together with collaborative and inclusive partnerships. Embrace possibilities and be open to new ideas and creating bold solutions.

About The Role

The City is seeking a Resource Performance and Data Analyst, delivering performance management and digital transformation initiatives to enhance efficiency and effectiveness across the City Cleansing and Resource Recovery Unit. This role focuses on optimising services, systems, and data to drive operational performance in a constantly evolving compliance and digital landscape. The role is responsible for overseeing data management and performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and implement data-led initiatives to enhance service delivery.
• Develop and optimise processes, systems, and support training in digital literacy.
• Drive continuous improvement, collaborating with managers and teams to identify and implement innovative solutions.
• Lead projects focused on service transformation, digital capability, and improved performance outcomes.

What We’re Looking For

• Degree in data science or similar, or extensive experience in data administration and performance management.
• Proven success in delivering strategic programs, business transformation, and continuous improvement.
• Demonstrated experience in IT system implementation, budget management, and performance optimisation.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to drive cultural and operational change in a complex environment.

If you’re passionate about business transformation and service optimisation, apply today!

Please note: To be eligible for permanent appointment to this position, you must have Australian citizenship or hold permanent residency status with unrestricted working rights.

This role has the option of a rostered day off each month, known as a 19-day month.

The recommended applicant must complete a pre-employment health declaration form and a criminal history check.

What We Can Offer You

Flexible working

• 3 days of care and cultural leave each year for health and wellbeing activities, cultural and religious days or events of significance.
• Collaborative approach to flexible working.
• City centre head office, with many public transport options.

Professional development

• Leadership and management development program.
• Further education program providing reimbursement of course fees, and study and exam leave.
• Opportunity to attend external courses and conferences.
• Long service and employee recognition awards.
• Employee assistance program offering free, confidential counselling.

Supporting families

• 26 weeks paid parental leave and 6 weeks paid partner leave.
• Paid and unpaid adoption and long-term fostering leave.
• Paid superannuation for up to 52 weeks of parental leave.
• Part-time and job-sharing options available.
• Supportive return-to-work environment.

Inclusive culture

• Recognised as an Inclusive Employer by the Diversity Council of Australia.
• Active employee networks including City Women, City Pride, DiverseCity, Inclusive City, Young Professionals and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander network.
• Recognised family inclusive workplace.
• Veteran employment supporter.

How To Apply

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds in a workplace as diverse as our communities. We’re passionate about gender balance, with an executive team two-thirds female and half of leadership roles held by women.

All applicants, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, veterans and people of diverse sexualities and genders, are encouraged to join us.

We’re a disability confident recruiter. If you identify as a person with disability and require support for your application or the recruitment process, contact us at recruitment@cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au or 02 9265 9333.

Select ‘apply now’ to submit your resume and selection criteria.

Key skills/competency

• Data Analysis
• Performance Management
• Digital Transformation
• Continuous Improvement
• IT System Implementation
• Budget Management
• Strategic Programs
• Business Transformation
• Data Administration
• Service Optimisation