Business Intelligence Analyst

Updated: over 2 years ago
Location: Perth, WESTERN AUSTRALIA
Deadline: 28 Oct 2021

Job no:507950
Work type:full time
Location:Perth CBD
Categories:Information Technology


University IT

  • Work within a leading edge BI cloud technology environment, with flexible working from home arrangements available
  • Full-time, ongoing appointment
  • Salary range: Level 8 $101.337.00 – $110,766.00 p.a. plus 17% superannuation 

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked amongst the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research-intensive universities.  With an enviable research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to ‘innovate and inspire’ there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top University. 

About the team  

UWA is making significant investments in Information Technology services to enable its strategic direction and goals. UWA is also looking to utilise technology advancements to expand its services and create new and innovative teaching and research models.

Robust, flexible, integrated and agile enterprise architecture, information and technology services are vital to enabling the University’s strategic objectives.

About the opportunity  

As the appointee, you will work independently and manage University-wide strategic, analytical and technical support for Business Intelligence activities. You will act as an intermediary between the business and Information Technology (IT) communities working with clients at all levels to collect, clarify, and translate business requirements into documentation and conceptual designs from which Business Intelligence solutions are developed. You will also be involved with the definition, creation, distribution, and successful delivery of all Business Intelligence reports and dashboards.

To be considered for this role, you will demonstrate: 

  • Relevant tertiary qualification (preferably in business, information technology/ systems, computer science, or postgraduate qualification) or equivalent competency
  • Substantial relevant computing experience working with business users to define and develop detailed requirements in a complex systems environment
  • Experience working on BI projects; in designing and maintaining BI solutions with particular focus on data modelling, transformation, migration, and profiling in large and complex environments. Experience working within a Microsoft Azure BI environment is desirable
  • Excellent planning and organisational skills with the ability to set priorities and meet deadlines, and create a variety of documents including data models, technical specifications, use cases, and business processes
  • Advanced knowledge of MS Office, MS SQL Server, and Data Warehouse architecture.
  • Demonstrated aptitude and willingness to adapt to new technologies, processes, and changing business requirements
  • Ability to work independently, show initiative, and mentor more junior team members
  • Highly developed analytical and problem solving skills coming from a business analyst background
  • Working knowledge of the Higher Education sector is desirable

About you  

Full details of the position's responsibilities and the selection criteria are outlined in the position description:  Position Description - Business Analyst 507950.rtf

You are required to address the selection criteria in your submission in a separate document. For information to assist you with compiling statements to answer the selection criteria, please visit Addressing the selection criteria  

Closing date: 11:55pm on Thursday 28 October 2021 

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia. 

Application Details:  Please apply online via the Apply Now button. 

Our commitment to inclusion and diversity 

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce. We celebrate inclusion and diversity and believe gender equity is fundamental to achieving our goal of being a top 50 university by 2050. 

  • We have child friendly areas on campus, including childcare facilities. Flexible work arrangements, part-time hours and job sharing will all be considered. 
  • UWA has been awarded Bronze Employer Status for being a Top Ten Employer for LGBTI Inclusion by the Australian Workplace Equity Index (AWEI -2021). 
  • UWA has also been awarded Athena Swan Bronze Accreditation in 2020.    


Advertised:14 Oct 2021 W. Australia Standard Time
Applications close:28 Oct 2021 11:55 PM W. Australia Standard Time



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