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Newly created permanent opportunityFlexible, hybrid working that YOU design to ensure you''re there for the moments that matterDon''t just work for the city, co-create it!The City of Newcastle (CN) is seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Data Engineer to lead the delivery of our data capability roadmap and play a central role in building a data-driven organisation.As a member of our team, you won''t just work for the city; youll co-create it.Through your work, youll have a behind the scenes pass to Newcastle''s evolution as you shape our future as a liveable, inclusive city.In this pivotal role, you will provide technical expertise and leadership in engineering, managing, and continuously enhancing CNs enterprise data platforms, data pipelines, and analytics solutions. Youll work closely with internal stakeholders, vendors, Geospatial Engineers, and the Data Analyst Lead to ensure our data systems are effective, scalable, and aligned to the organisations strategic needs.As a principal subject matter expert, youll be responsible for the development, implementation, and maintenance of both new and existing data capabilities and processes. You will have the opportunity to shape and influence our data standards and governance practices, while promoting the use of best-practice engineering principles across the organisation.This is a hands-on role for someone who thrives in a collaborative environment and brings deep technical capability in modern data technologies. Your work will help unlock insights, support smarter decision-making, and drive innovation across the City. If youre passionate about data, eager to drive continuous improvement, and ready to help CN become a leader in data and analytics, wed love to hear from you.Find out more about your new career by viewing the position description here.Life at City of Newcastle (CN)Youll get to experience your work up close alongside the brilliant minds of your colleagues who care for one another and the region.Youll chip away at ambitious plans with a talented, passionate crew alongside you, shaping the very fabric of our community. Showing up for neighbours not shareholders.Every single day offers the chance to think big and act local. Planning and prioritising to achieve the most important outcomes with the community.Youll add value in the moments that matter. From librarians to lifeguards, in a range of iconic places, we achieve a better Newcastle together.Whether were planning to host major events, providing essential services or supporting creative artists, its what we do when the cameras aren''t rolling that matters most.And well be there for you in important times in your life. We embrace flexible work arrangements to find a balance that allows us to enjoy the city we shape.Our focus on inclusion and respecting culture, will help you feel a deeper connection with others. You''ll connect with internal communities that will help you to feel a sense of belonging and reflect the diversity of the growing region.Youll do meaningful work and do it sustainably as you take ideas from plan to play, in your own backyard.With hundreds of different roles, each person adds their uniqueness to our culture and plays their part as we head towards our 2040 vision.With natural assets and a focus on the environment, co-create a sustainable region with us.Why join CN?At CN, we value our employees, and their wellbeing takes priority. We encourage employees to make time for what''s important and provide the benefits to enable a work life balance that allow us to enjoy the city we shape. To read more, visit here!35-hour working week with flexible/hybrid work arrangements/model as well as an optional 9-day fortnight4 weeks of annual leave, 3 weeks of personal leave, plus 2 additional paid public holidays17.5% annual leave loading yearly paymentPaid parental leave for primary carersIndustry leading employment conditionsCorporate Fitness program from as little as $12.90 per fortnightAccess to a range of exclusive CN employee benefits programs including Novated Lease options as well as access to reward and recognition vouchersAnnual performance development plans and ongoing training and development opportunitiesLeading the CN Way leadership programInclusion, Diversity & Equity (IDE) employee networks and initiativesAccess to Health & Wellbeing programs including an Onsite Physiotherapist, Yoga and Mental Health Ambassador GroupsWe champion inclusion so that everyone is valued, and we encourage innovation and creativity. We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive workplace where different styles, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, encouraged, and respected.People with diverse lived experiences (including but not limited to, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians, people with diverse gender identities and sexualities, people from different cultural, racial, ethnic, religious and linguistic backgrounds, people with disability, carers, and veterans) are encouraged to apply.Dont just work for the city, co-create it. Join and expand your career at the City of Newcastle.Application Closing Date: Sunday 10 August 2025Remuneration: $132,740.42 + 17.5% annual leave loading yearly payment + 12% Superannuation per annum for a 35-hour weekContact: Shane Conserdyne - Geospatial & Data Manager - 02 49742514If you need any adjustments to be made to the recruitment process or if you would like to discuss any accessibility requirements, please contact recruit@ncc.nsw.gov.au for a confidential discussion.You must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this job.CN do not accept unsolicited resumes, and we respectfully ask that recruitment agencies do not contact us at this stage.Apply Now #J-18808-Ljbffr