Data Analyst

Location: Canberra, ACT, Australia

Join our Downer Professional Services team and play a key role in delivering complex defence and national security projects that safeguard Australia’s future.  

Downer Professional Services comprises of three business units our Technical, Advisory, and Capability consulting practice, and Team Downer, which partners with CASG and NSSG as a major service provider to Defence. Together, we are a multi-disciplinary advisory and delivery partner of choice for clients across Defence and National Security. 

We're seeking a talented Data Analyst to help transform complex data into meaningful insights that support operational, tactical, and strategic decision-making.

About the role 

In this role, you'll work with structured and unstructured data to uncover trends, identify opportunities, and provide evidence-based recommendations that influence key business outcomes. You'll apply analytical and data science techniques, develop compelling dashboards and reporting solutions, and work closely with stakeholders to deliver business intelligence products that drive better decision-making. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to high-profile Defence programs while developing your analytics expertise in a collaborative and purpose-driven environment.

What You'll Do

You will analyse data from end to end to identify insights, trends and opportunities that support business needs and reporting requirements. You'll ensure data quality, integrity and fit-for-purpose use across analytics activities while applying analytical, statistical and data science techniques to model, predict and evaluate product performance, outcomes and business impact.

• Develop dashboards, reports, and visualisations that communicate complex information in a clear and actionable manner.
• Translate data into meaningful narratives tailored to the needs of senior leaders and key stakeholders.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand requirements and provide data-driven recommendations.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of analytics processes, standards, and reporting practices.

What You'll Bring

You bring experience in Data Analytics, Business Intelligence, Reporting, Data Science, or a related field, with strong analytical and problem-solving skills and the ability to interpret complex datasets. You'll also have experience using data visualisation and reporting tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or similar platforms to deliver meaningful insights and support informed decision-making.

• Knowledge of statistical analysis, data modelling, and trend analysis techniques.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to present insights to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Experience delivering dashboards, reports, and data-driven recommendations to stakeholders.
• High attention to detail and a commitment to data quality and continuous improvement.

You want your work to matter and so do we. With over 26,000 people across Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific, our team is made up of individuals with unique perspectives, backgrounds, and ideas. 

We know that diversity makes us stronger and we actively celebrate it through our commitment to inclusion and belonging. 

 We’re committed to building a team that reflects the diverse communities we serve and we welcome people of all ages, genders, sexual orientations, cultures, abilities, and lived experiences. We especially encourage applications from those whose voices have traditionally been underrepresented in our industry, including women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, Māori and Pasifika Peoples, veterans, people with disability, and neurodivergent individuals. Even if your experience doesn’t align perfectly with this role, we’d still like to hear from you. If it feels like the right fit, apply - potential counts, and so do you. 

As a WORK180 Endorsed Employer, we support flexibility that works for your life, inclusive leadership that values your voice, and equitable access to opportunity so you can do your best work and bring your whole self to it. 

If you need support or adjustments through the recruitment process, just let us know, we’re here to help you put your best foot forward.