APS 6 Level Data Analyst

HOBAN Recruitment is seeking an experienced APS6 Data Analyst to join a high-performing team in Newcastle, NSW. This role offers the opportunity to deliver meaningful data insights, lead complex analysis activities and support tactical and strategic decision-making in a dynamic, policy-driven environment.

About the Role

Reporting at APS6 level, you will work with a high degree of autonomy to deliver complex analytical outputs and support continuous improvement initiatives.

• Deliver high-quality data analysis, insights and reporting to support operational and strategic decision-making
• Design and build dashboards, benefits reports and data visualisations
• Manipulate and transform complex datasets (experience with Power Query highly desirable)
• Apply advanced analytical, numerical and problem-solving skills to complex business issues
• Provide expert advice and analytical leadership in a legislative and policy-governed environment
• Engage with stakeholders to understand requirements and present clear, actionable insights

Benefits

• Competitive pay rate of $60.26 per hour, including casual loading, providing you with financial stability and recognition for your expertise.
• 12% superannuation to secure your future and support your retirement planning.
• Start date ASAP, allowing you to embark on this exciting opportunity without delay.
• Full-time position, offering 5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, enabling a healthy work-life balance and time.

• Opportunity to work on meaningful, data-driven initiatives
• Exposure to complex workforce, operational and strategic analysis
• Supportive team culture with opportunities to influence outcomes
• Flexible working arrangements may be available

About You

You are a confident and capable data professional who thrives in complex environments.

• Demonstrated experience in data analysis, reporting and visualisation
• Strong skills working with large and complex datasets
• Experience building dashboards and reports for senior stakeholder audiences
• Highly developed analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Ability to communicate complex information clearly and professionally
• Experience with Power Query and Microsoft Office tools (highly desirable)
• Public sector or policy environment experience will be highly regarded

Please note you do need to be an AUSTRALIAN CITIZEN for this Federal Government role.

Positions close for submissions at COB WEDNESDAY 20th MAY 2026.

At HOBAN we encourage applications from people with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people of all genders, LGBTI people, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

We provide reasonable adjustments; including alternate formats to the recruitment process for individuals with disability. If you require an adjustment to be made during the recruitment process, please email our Adjustments Coordinator at adjustments@hoban.com.au or visit hoban.com.au/adjustments for additional contact details.