This is a permanent full-time position commencing August 2026
The People Services Division delivers strategic and operational human resource services across the Department, supporting workforce capability, wellbeing and organisational performance. The Division is responsible for key functions including industrial and employee relations, workforce planning, recruitment and employment services, workers’ compensation, occupational safety and health, and strategic workforce policy development and evaluation.
Within the Division, the Workforce Planning Branch provides strategic workforce modelling, analysis and planning to support current and future workforce requirements across the Department. The Branch delivers workforce reporting and information services, contributes to workforce policy advice and university supply analysis, and supports schools through workforce planning and data-driven insights to enhance decision-making and maintain high-quality workforce data.
The Role
Experienced Business Intelligence and Data Analyst professional with expertise in designing, developing and maintaining dashboards, reports and data visualisations to deliver actionable insights on performance, trends and benchmarking. Skilled in applying structured methodologies to support evidence-based decision-making, operational improvement and strategic reporting across complex environments.
Demonstrated ability to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to identify reporting requirements, develop BI solutions and provide advice on reporting strategies and future BI capabilities. Proficient in data management activities, including data validation, refresh processes, testing, peer reviews and system integration to ensure accuracy, quality and reliability of reporting outputs.
Strong background in supporting continuous improvement initiatives, data-driven projects and organisational transformation through innovative reporting solutions and enhanced data quality practices. Experienced in preparing briefings, correspondence and reports for senior executives and key stakeholders, including responses to ministerial and parliamentary requests.
Professional Benefits
We are conveniently located in East Perth and our employees enjoy a range of benefits which include:
- 12% employer contributed superannuation.
- Flexible working arrangements are genuinely considered to create healthy work life balance including; working from home or remote, flexible working hours and part-time arrangements
- Generous leave entitlements including annual, personal, long service and parental leave
- Professional development opportunities and study leave/assistance
- Access to salary packaging (in accordance with relevant industrial instruments)
- Enjoy easy access to public transport with the Claisebrook train station just a 5-minute walk away or, take advantage of the free Yellow Cat bus service that stops outside our building entrance. Additionally, various CPP parking locations are within walking distance.
Want to know more?
Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Nathan Ridout, Principle Consultant Workforce Planning on (08) 9264 0109 or emailing Nathan.Ridout@education.wa.edu.au
We are committed to building the leadership capability of our people (Building Leadership Impact).
Equity and Diversity
We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our workplaces and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.
Eligibility
To work with us, you must:
- be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
- consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit before you start.
More information about employment eligibility can be found on our website and in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
Application Instructions
Apply online in two easy steps:
Step 1: Select Apply for Job
Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one being your current line manager.
Step 2: Attach your documents
Your application should include:
- A CV of up to three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- A two (2) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF:
1. Demonstrated substantial skills and experience in complex data analysis, data modelling and reporting.
2. Demonstrated well developed conceptual, analytical and strategic problem solving skills and experience.
6. Demonstrated substantial skills and experience in project management, including planning, monitoring and evaluation.
Shortlisted applicants will have their skills and experiences in relation to the remaining selection criteria assessed in the further stages of the recruitment process.
It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job.
Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.
For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education’s Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.
Advertised Vacancy Number: DOE1045114
Applicants assessed as suitable may be considered for similar vacancies that arise in our branch within the next 12 months. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 8 June 2026
