Data Modeller

At NCS Australia, we believe in doing technology services better. Our commitment to quality, focus on people, and willingness to challenge traditional thinking set us apart. Our team brings this belief to life by partnering with our clients and communities to make tomorrow together.

We are committed to creating an environment that prioritises innovation, collaboration, and purposeful work. Our diverse team is empowered to make a meaningful impact with curiosity, creativity and resilience to shape better outcomes. Join us and accept the challenge of creating a better tomorrow.

Join NCS Australia in Brisbane as an experienced and client-facing Senior Data Modeller, and become part of a leading technology services firm dedicated to helping governments and enterprises create a better future. We are seeking a passionate data professional to take on a pivotal role within our growing team. This is a unique opportunity to act as the architect of our clients' data landscapes, where you will design, develop, and maintain the efficient, scalable data models that form the backbone of their data architecture and business intelligence initiatives. You will work directly with key stakeholders, translating complex business needs into elegant data solutions and making a tangible impact on major projects.

As a Senior Data Modeller, your primary responsibility will be to analyse business requirements and translate them into robust logical and physical data models. Your day-to-day will involve designing and optimising database structures, including tables, views, and relationships, to ensure maximum performance and scalability. You will be a champion for data quality and integrity, collaborating closely with clients and internal teams to capture precise data requirements and ensure solutions are perfectly aligned with business goals. A key part of your role will involve developing and maintaining comprehensive data dictionaries and metadata documentation, contributing to data governance frameworks, and providing expert guidance to development teams on data modelling best practices while staying current with emerging industry trends.

• Consulting & Communication:

  • Solid consulting skills with a proven ability to engage clients, understand their business challenges, and manage stakeholder expectations effectively.

  • Experience in planning and running data modelling workshops to gather requirements and achieve consensus with both technical and business audiences.

  • Exceptional communication and collaboration skills, essential for articulating complex data concepts and working effectively within multidisciplinary teams.

• Technical & Modelling Expertise:

  • Strong, in-depth knowledge of data modelling techniques and methodologies, including conceptual, logical, and physical modelling (e.g., 3NF, Dimensional/Star Schema, Data Vault).

  • Hands-on experience with industry-standard data modelling tools such as ER/Studio, Erwin, or similar enterprise-grade software.

  • Proficiency across a range of modern and traditional database management systems, including Databricks, Snowflake, SQL Server, Oracle, and MySQL.

  • Demonstrated experience in mapping complex source data to target data models, ensuring accuracy, integrity, and traceability.

• Analytical & Delivery Experience:

  • Highly developed analytical and problem-solving skills, with a talent for translating intricate business requirements into logical and effective data solutions.

  • Practical experience in data warehousing and business intelligence (BI) environments, with a clear understanding of how data models support reporting and analytics.

  • Familiarity with working in Agile methodologies, contributing to iterative development cycles and delivering value incrementally.

  • Experience within the health industry is highly desirable and will be looked upon favourably.

Why join us: 

NCS Australia is where you can feel at home, nurturing your talents and skills as we make tomorrow together, one day at a time. Our benefits include paid parental leave, initiatives focused on your well-being and discounted health insurance. You will also enjoy discounts on various products and services and be regularly recognised and rewarded for high performance. We are committed to your career development through our Capability Fingerprint, industry and partner training programs, special interest groups, and an AI-driven learning platform. No matter where you are in your career, we offer meaningful work and opportunities for growth.

NCS Australia is an equal-opportunity employer, and we take pride in our commitment to valuing and supporting our people and the communities we serve.We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability and age. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community and we strongly encourage applications from the Veterans, Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.

At NCS Australia, we are committed to supporting adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment. We actively support and encourage people with disability to apply. 

Agencies:

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Work rights and background checks: 

To be eligible for a position with us, applicants will need to have valid work rights for Australia and be willing to undergo a comprehensive background checking process, including probity and police checks