Data Engineer - Townsville, Australia - Port of Townsville

Description

• Join our dynamic and rapidlyexpanding team as we embark on an exciting journey oforganisational growth and innovation, working towards ourvision of becoming Australia's Port for theFuture.
• Work on meaningful initiativesthat will help create prosperity for the NorthQueensland's communities.
• Enjoy an environment thatprovides attractive benefits including flexibility, truework-life balance and generous opportunities forprofessional development.

About thePort

The Port of Townsville Limited (thePort) has been actively shaping the future of Townsville and NorthQueensland for almost 160 years.

Today, we are Australia'slargest port for zinc, lead, copper, sugar and fertiliser.Additionally, we handle more motor vehicles and containerised goodsthan any other port in Northern Australia. The goods that flowthrough our ports are grown, mined, manufactured and used to betterthe lives of more than 800,000 people across a vast catchment area,spanning from Hinchinbrook to the Burdekin and west to MountIsa.

On average, more than 7.5 milliontonnes of goods, worth more than $11.4 billion, cross our wharveseach year. Thanks to our customers, we are one of thecountry's most diverse ports, linking more than 30 differentcommodities to 130 ports in 44countries.

The Townsville port is also anincreasingly strategic forward mounting location inAustralia's Defence capabilities, as well as an importanttourism enabler due to its modern dedicated cruise shipterminal.

Working withus

The Port of Townsville is expandingits team of passionate and innovative professionals as we undergo aperiod of significant and sustainablegrowth.

We are currently undertaking thebiggest port expansion in our history, trade volumes are expectedto triple by 2050 as new projects in rare earth, critical mineralsand renewable energy come to realisation and demand for Defence andcruise shipping capacity is rapidlyincreasing.

In the coming years we will bechallenged to continue to deliver highly competitive day to dayport operations, drive improvements in sustainability across allareas of the business and deliver major capital works projects thatwill ensure our capacity to facilitate the trade demands of thefuture.

We are currently looking forexceptional talent to join our team as we embark on this journey.Are you a proactive and ambitious individual with a passion formaking a real impact? This is your chance to be part of acollaborative and forward-thinking environment where your ideas andcontributions will be valued.

The Port provides a supportiveworkplace culture that is committed to improving diversity andfostering inclusivity. With a strong focus on nurturing growth andcontinuous learning, you'll have the resources and guidance toexcel in your role and beyond.

About the role andyou

The Data Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, anddeploying Port's data architecture including datapreparation, data modelling and data delivery leveraging modern andcontemporary platforms and approaches. Working closely withstakeholders you will develop an understanding of the data sourcesavailable to the Port, leverage data governance principles, andcreate data warehouses for a wide range of stakeholder decisionmaking.

Your ability to transform diverse and voluminous data sets intodata warehouses that ensure the Confidentiality, Integrity, andAvailability of data for decision making is crucial for excellingin this position. A key success factor is the ability to translatebusiness needs into easily understandable data sets.

• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand datarequirements and implement data models that support advancedanalytics and reporting.
• Architect and implement scalable solutions for dataingestion, processing, and storage, utilising moderntechnologies and best practices.
• Optimise performance and reliability of data infrastructurethrough monitoring, troubleshooting, and performancetuning.
• Lead and enforce adherence to data security, datagovernance and privacy practices to ensure the confidentiality,integrity, and availability of data.
• Ensure data quality and integrity by implementing datavalidation processes and data quality checks.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trendsin data engineering, and evaluate their potential impact on ourdata architecture and processes.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to juniormembers of the team, fostering a culture of collaboration andcontinuous learning.
• Work closely with stakeholders across the organization tounderstand business needs and translate them into actionabledata solutions.
• Participate in cross-functional projects and initiatives todrive operational excellence and improve businessoutcomes.
• Architect and implement data strategies that leverageexisting data and prepare future data for predictive andprescriptive modeling.
• Any other duties commensurate with level andaccountabilities, or as directed by leadership.

Experience you'llneed

To be successful in the role, youwill require:

• Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Computer Science,Management Information Systems or a related field.
• National Police Clearance.
• Proven extensive experience in designing, building, andmaintaining data pipelines and ETL processes.
• Proficiency in data manipulation languages such as Pythonand SQL, with a strong emphasis on data processing andmanipulation.
• Experience with big data technologies such as Hadoop,Spark, Kafka, and related ecosystem tools.
• Solid understanding of relational and NoSQL databases, datawarehousing concepts, and SQL querying.
• Experience working with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure,or GCP, and familiarity with their data services.
• Familiarity with agile methodologies and DevOps practices,including CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure as code.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with theability to translate business requirements into technicalsolutions.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with theability to interact effectively with both technical andnon-technical stakeholders.
• Proven track record of delivering high-quality work in afast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Demonstrated experience in engagement, consultation andrequirements gathering with a wide range stakeholders.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office 365.
• Strong experience with Microsoft Data Technologies such asSQL Server, SSIS, Fabric, Data Factory, etc.
• Previous experience with ERP systems such as Oracle,Technology One, Microsoft Dynamics.

For a more comprehensiveunderstanding of the position's requirements, please refer to thePosition Description available on ourwebsite.

Applicationprocess

• Click applyand follow the prompts
• Attach yourcurrent resume and a cover letter to yourapplication
• Applicationsclose 11pmSunday, 12 May 2024

At the Port of Townsville, we valueand celebrate the diversity of our community and recognise that itenriches our workplace. We strongly encourage applicants from allbackgrounds to come forward, confident that you will be met withrespect and consideration. We are committed to ensuring our workingenvironment is safe and welcoming.

If you are an applicant who faceschallenges due to cultural barriers or disabilities, please knowthat we are here to support you throughout the application process.We strive to create a welcoming and accessible recruitmentexperience for all candidates, and we encourage you to approach usif you require any assistance oraccommodations.

Together, let's build a workforcethat thrives on inclusivity and embraces the strengths thateveryone brings to our team.

Port of Townsville Limited is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.