Manager Data Science and Analytics

About the role

St John WA, a not-for-profit integrated healthcare provider in Western Australia, is looking for an experienced people leader to join its Data Science and Analytics team as Manager Data Science and Analytics. This is a 2-year fixed-term, full-time position based at the State Office in Belmont, reporting to the Senior Manager Data Science and Analytics. The team is an in-house consulting function of about 25 people, turning business problems into analysis, automated information products, advanced analytics and practical advice.

Key responsibilities

• Lead, coach and develop a team of Business Intelligence Analysts at different career stages
• Plan, prioritise and oversee delivery of projects, products and services supporting operational and strategic decisions
• Manage day-to-day operations, including workload allocation, scheduling and scope refinement
• Build relationships with senior leaders and stakeholders and represent the team in key meetings
• Establish and improve processes, templates, frameworks and governance
• Help the team turn complex information into clear advice for technical and non-technical audiences
• Work with the Senior Manager to balance resources and align priorities
• Handle people management, including performance development, recruitment and wellbeing support

Required profile

• Demonstrated experience in a formal people leadership or management role, including leading, coaching and developing staff
• Proven ability to lead teams delivering multiple concurrent projects in a complex stakeholder environment
• Experience building relationships with senior leaders, stakeholders and multidisciplinary teams
• Collaborative leadership style and commitment to the wider team's success
• Desirable: experience in data, analytics, business intelligence or a similar technical environment
• Desirable: tertiary qualification in a relevant discipline (mathematics, business, science, engineering, IT) or in management/leadership (e.g. MBA)

Required skills

• Project and operational management, including planning, prioritisation and scope management
• Communication and critical thinking, able to explain complex ideas to technical and non-technical audiences
• Able to conceptualise, document and implement processes for intelligence and analytics products

What we offer

• Salary packaging options
• 17.5% annual leave loading
• $550 health and wellness reimbursement
• Flexible working hours and two extra leave days per year
• Free first aid training, emergency ambulance cover and free onsite parking

To apply, submit a CV and a one-page cover letter answering why you want the role and what you would bring. Applications close on 22 November 2026.