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Head of Data
Essential Services Commission —Melbourne VIC
- $142,790 - $191,084 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- AI
- Leadership
9d
Timetable/Daily Organiser
Government schools —Melbourne Northern Suburbs VIC
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Management
- Databases
1d
Humanities 7-9
Government schools —Melbourne Western Suburbs VIC
- Part-time
- Communication skills
- Teaching
1d
Inclusion Support
Government schools —Melbourne VIC
- Part-time
- Communication skills
5d
Ed Support Level 1-Range 2
Government schools —Melbourne VIC
- Part-time
- Communication skills
8d
Teacher
Government schools —Melbourne Western Suburbs VIC
- Full-time
- Communication skills
- Teaching
1d
Student Welfare Support
Government schools —Melbourne Northern Suburbs VIC
- Part-time
- Communication skills
8d
Adoption and Experience Senior Principal Consultant
Collaborative Solutions —Melbourne VIC
- Full-time
Education Support FTE.79
Government schools —Melbourne Northern Suburbs VIC
- Part-time
- Communication skills
2d
Principal Energy Market Modeller
Jacobs —Melbourne VIC
- Hybrid work
- Communication skills
- Parental leave
5d
Literacy Support: Range 2 - Step 4
Government schools —Melbourne VIC
- Part-time
- Writing skills
- Communication skills
8d
Classroom Teacher
Government schools —Melbourne VIC
- Full-time
- Communication skills
- Teaching
6d
Visual Arts Assistant (0.2-0.4 FTE)
Government schools —Melbourne VIC
- Part-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Senior Secondary Certificate of Education
- Communication skills
9d
Teacher Aide | New School Opened in 2026 (Clyde)
Government schools —Melbourne VIC
- Part-time
- Communication skills
8d
Literacy & Numeracy Support **Days/ Hours flexible**
Government schools —Melbourne VIC
- Part-time
- Communication skills
9d
Teacher Aide Ed Support Level 1-Range 2(Pre service teachers welcome to apply)
Government schools —Melbourne VIC
- Part-time
- Communication skills
12d
Social Consultant/ Scientist - Melbourne or Brisbane
Tetra Tech —Melbourne VIC
- Hybrid work
- Data analysis skills
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Parental leave
Teacher Aide Ed Support Level 1-Range 2 (Pre service teachers welcome to apply)
Government schools —Melbourne VIC
- Part-time
- Communication skills
12d
VCE Vocational Major Work Related Skills Secondary Teacher
Government schools —Melbourne Western Suburbs VIC
- Full-time
- Communication skills
- Teaching
2d
Attendance Officer
Government schools —Melbourne VIC
- Full-time
- Google Suite
- Microsoft Office
- Front desk
10d

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Head of Data

Essential Services Commission -
Melbourne VIC

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Job Details

Full-time
$142,790 - $191,084 a year
9 days ago

Qualifications

Data modelling
AI
Leadership

Full Job Description

Overview

Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time

Salary: $142,790 - $191,084

Grade: VPS 6

Occupation: IT and telecommunications

Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs

Reference: 10942

About the role

The Head of Data is responsible for establishing and progressively building the commission’s enterprise data capability so that data is trusted, well managed and used to support regulatory decision-making, operational efficiency and digital transformation.

This is a hands-on senior specialist and leadership role for a pragmatic data practitioner who can set direction, build foundations and work alongside business and technology teams to deliver practical and innovative data improvements. The role will lead the development of fit for purpose data governance, priority data products, data quality practices, metadata, lineage, stewardship and common data definitions.

Working closely with the CIO, IT leaders and business areas, the role will support the design and delivery of data platforms, data pipelines, analytics ready datasets and governed semantic models. It will also introduce practical DataOps practices and support safe, accountable use of AI assisted data tools.

The role will provide organisation wide leadership through influence, business partnering, coaching, vendor engagement and matrix delivery. The role will help reduce reliance on manual spreadsheets and undocumented extracts, improve confidence in reporting and analytics, and build the data foundations needed for responsible AI and better regulatory decision making.

This is an ongoing position. The work location for this position is 570 Bourke Street, Melbourne with hybrid work arrangements available.

Key accountabilities

Design and establish a pragmatic enterprise data governance model, including data ownership, stewardship, data quality, metadata, lineage, classification, access and lifecycle practices.
Lead the development of priority data products and data foundations that improve reporting, insight, regulatory intelligence and trusted decision-making across the commission.
Work hands-on with internal teams, vendors and partners to shape and, where required, build data pipelines, data models, data integration patterns and analytics-ready datasets using fit for purpose cloud and Microsoft-aligned platforms.
Introduce practical DataOps practices, including source control, repeatable data pipelines, automated testing, release controls, quality checks, documentation and monitoring.
Explore and apply AI-assisted DataOps safely and pragmatically, including schema mapping, transformation scaffolding, test generation, documentation and pipeline troubleshooting, with appropriate human review and governance.

Please refer to the attached position description for the principal functions and key selection criteria.

How to apply

Click the ‘apply now’ button to be redirected to our recruitment platform, where you may need to create an account to submit your application.

All applications should include:

a resume; and
a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria, highlighting your skills and relevant experience in relation to the role.

For further information about the role, please contact David Martin, CIO at [email protected]

Our commitment to fostering a diverse, inclusive and flexible workplace

Be part of a highly respected and professional organisation that allows you to apply your knowledge while supporting flexible working arrangements that allow you to balance work and life. You’ll be working in a dynamic and collaborative environment with opportunities for professional growth.

We are Equal Employment Opportunity employer with inclusive leaders committed to driving a workplace culture that prioritises equity, safety, respect, and flexibility for all staff. We uphold the principles of Aboriginal self-determination in caring for our community.

We welcome applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds, including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people of any age, gender identity, parental/carer status, ability, religion, or cultural backgrounds.

If you require any adjustments to equitably participate in the recruitment process, or need an alternative format to any of the application material, please contact [email protected] for support.

Other relevant information

Applicants must have corresponding work rights for the advertised employment period to be appointed to this role. Ongoing positions are only available to Australian/New Zealand citizens or Australian Permanent Residents.

Preferred applicants are required to undergo mandatory pre-employment screening, which includes a national criminal history check, right to work verification, qualification checks, statutory declaration disclosing any previous misconduct investigations and declaration of private interests.

Applications close Monday 8 June 2026 at 11.59pm

Posted

25 May 2026

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Timetable/Daily Organiser

Humanities 7-9

Inclusion Support

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Teacher

Student Welfare Support

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Teacher Aide | New School Opened in 2026 (Clyde)

Literacy & Numeracy Support Days/ Hours flexible

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