Principal Data Analyst - Spatial Analysis

About the role

A Queensland Government department is strengthening its evidence base for statewide digital and data policy. Its strategy and policy team works across government to shape decisions affecting how services reach communities, including regional and remote areas. Hudson is recruiting an experienced Principal Data Analyst to lead spatial and non-spatial analysis, turning complex geographic, infrastructure and population data into clear insights for senior decision-makers.

Key responsibilities

• Lead spatial analysis of infrastructure, land, population and other geographic datasets to support regional and local planning
• Scope and deliver mapping and data analysis requests from internal and external customers while managing competing priorities
• Collect, cleanse, link and analyse non-spatial data, applying appropriate statistical and analytical methods
• Develop GIS maps, dashboards and reports explaining findings, trends and limitations
• Improve data governance, documentation and quality controls across spatial and non-spatial datasets
• Build relationships with data custodians, other agencies, local governments and industry stakeholders
• Prepare briefs, submissions and presentations on complex and sensitive issues

Required profile

• Technical leadership across GIS and general data analysis
• Proven delivery of analysis projects from scoping through to advice or reporting
• Experience translating spatial analysis into actionable insights for policy or program decisions
• Experience using spatial data for land use or infrastructure planning
• Degree in GIS, Spatial Science, Data Analytics or a related field, or Esri certification
• Ability to produce clear, accurate maps and visualisations for a range of audiences
• Excellent written and verbal communication, including with senior stakeholders

Required skills

• Strong Esri ArcGIS skills (Pro and Online)
• Spatial databases, SQL and Power BI
• Python or R for geospatial analysis

Candidates must complete a criminal history check and provide evidence of the right to work in Australia. Pay rates for contract and temporary roles are inclusive of the mandatory 25% casual loading; Hudson does not advertise contract or temporary roles based in Victoria.