Costa is a global leading grower, packer, and marketer of premium quality fresh fruit and vegetables. Our success is built on a commitment to excellence, innovation and sustainability across every part of our business.
Within Costa's Domestic Berry Category, innovation and continuous improvement are key drivers of success. We are seeking a Data Scientist to join our team on a 9-month maternity leave contract, helping us unlock the value of data and support smarter decision-making across our berry operations. Reporting to the National Transformation Manager, this role forms part of our Continuous Improvement team and is based in Woolgoolga, NSW.
Why Join Costa?
At Costa, our people are our strength. When you join us, you'll enjoy:
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Being part of Australia's leading horticultural business
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Competitive salary, supportive management and a collaborative team culture
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Opportunities to work on meaningful projects that directly influence business performance
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Exposure to advanced analytics, technology and continuous improvement initiatives
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A diverse workforce in a dynamic and innovative environment
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The opportunity to make a tangible impact through data-driven decision-making
What We Are Looking For
We are seeking a highly analytical and commercially minded Data Scientist who is passionate about solving complex problems and uncovering insights from data.
Working closely with operational and business stakeholders, you will identify opportunities to leverage data, develop predictive models, and deliver practical solutions that improve productivity, efficiency and commercial outcomes. You will be comfortable working with large datasets, communicating technical findings to a broad audience and driving business results through data-based insights.
This role will suit someone who enjoys balancing technical expertise with strong stakeholder engagement and is motivated by the opportunity to influence decision-making across a large and diverse operation.
What You'll Do
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Partner with stakeholders across the business to identify opportunities to leverage data and improve business outcomes
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Analyse large and complex datasets to support process optimisation, harvest techniques and business strategy development
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Develop and implement predictive models, algorithms and analytical tools
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Assess and improve the effectiveness and accuracy of data collection methods and data sources
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Design, develop and evaluate testing frameworks to validate model performance
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Coordinate with operational and functional teams to implement data-driven solutions
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Monitor, maintain and enhance analytical models and reporting tools
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Present insights and recommendations that support decision-making and continuous improvement initiatives
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Promote and contribute to Costa's health, safety and continuous improvement culture
What You'll Bring
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Experience in a Data Scientist or similar analytical role, demonstrating successful project delivery and measurable results
- Tertiary qualifications in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Data Science or a related discipline
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Experience using statistical and analytical tools to manipulate data and generate meaningful insights
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Strong knowledge of machine learning techniques, predictive modelling, regression analysis, simulations and advanced analytics
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Experience developing and implementing data models, algorithms and analytical solutions
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Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage and influence a wide range of stakeholders
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Strong project management, organisational and problem-solving skills
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Ability to translate complex data into practical recommendations and business outcomes
Applications
Applications will be reviewed as they are received, so don't wait to apply.
This is a full-time, fixed-term maternity leave 9-month contract, based in Woolgoolga, NSW.
Join Costa and help drive innovation and continuous improvement through data, analytics and technology.
Applicants must hold full Australian working rights to be considered for this role.
