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Data Scientist & Insights Team Lead

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Healthdirect Australia
Sydney NSW
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About us
At Healthdirect Australia we work with purpose and dedication to help Australians actively manage and improve their health.

Our virtual services are easily accessible via multiple channels, including helplines, video call solutions and websites and cater for Australians at all stages of life. No matter where people live, or what time of the day or night it is, they can use our services to talk to a health professional, find trusted information and advice online and locate their closest health service.

About the opportunity

We’re seeking a hands-on leader to drive our data science and insights practice. As the Data Scientist & Insights Team Lead, you’ll deliver production-grade forecasting and machine learning solutions, lead the design of stakeholder-facing visualisations, and turn data into actionable insights.
  
Key Responsibilities:

  • Build and operationalise predictive models in R/Python, ensuring robust experiment tracking and uncertainty quantification.
  • Lead the delivery of visualisations and insight products, translating business questions into analytics that influence decisions.
  • Partner with Analytical Engineering to create “gold” datasets and optimise our Qlik platform.
  • Manage and coach direct reports, fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration.
  • Represent the Insights Division in strategic projects, ensuring data science perspectives shape policy and service design.
What You’ll Bring
  • Degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Engineering, Mathematics, or equivalent practical experience.
  • Expert in SQL, Python or R, with strong data visualisation skills (Qlik scripting/set analysis preferred).
  • Experience with cloud data platforms (e.g., Snowflake, DataBricks) and modern transformation tools (dbt).
  • Proven leadership in analytics teams and end-to-end ELT/ETL workflow ownership.
  • Knowledge of data management, governance, and agile delivery practices.
  • CI/CD, version control, and automated testing experience desirable. 
Why work with us

We believe our strength comes from our talented and dedicated staff. We are committed to working together to create a culture where you can bring your whole self to work.
  
Our benefits include:
  • Flexible work arrangements (2 days per week in office, pro-rated for part time employees).
  • 14 weeks company Paid Parental Leave for both parents.
  • Multi-dimensional wellbeing program that is run by our people for our people.
  • Individual curated learner journeys to support you to expand your capabilities and unlock your talent.
To find out more about Healthdirect, and our vision for a healthier Australia, please visit our website - about.healthdirect.gov.au.
  
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we respect and seek to empower each individual, and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills, and experiences within our workforce. 

Click Apply to submit your application for this role. Please be aware that you must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this job.


Additional information

  • Be part of a passionate team dedicated to a healthier Australia
  • Deliver insights that shape health policy
  • Hybrid working (2 days) in our Haymarket office, near Central station