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Data Engineer
Southport
The Data Engineer leads delivery of high quality data services including data acquisition, integration and transformation to support data and analytics requirements across Gold Coast Hospital and Health Service (GCHHS).
Job details
| Position status | Contract |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Health Service Support |
| Classification | AO7 |
| Workplace Location | Gold Coast |
| Job ad reference | QLD/GC681581 |
| Closing date | 12-May-2026 |
| Job duration | up to 28 Feb 2027 (with possibility of extension) |
| Contact person | Chris Du |
| Contact details | 0414 614 950 Access the National Relay Service |
The Role
An opportunity has become available for a Data Engineer to join Gold Coast Health (GCH) where the focus of our 13 000-strong team is on providing world-class health care to people living in the Gold Coast, and northern New South Wales region of Australia.
You will
- Apply corporate best practices for Extract, Transform, Load (ETL) system and data processes
- Lead data service delivery and all aspects of provision of quality data
- Undertake analysis of complex health care data to provide business-critical information
- Liaise and consult with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders
- Research new technology and techniques, apply innovative solutions and provide technical advice
About you
To be successful in this position you will require:
- Experience and proficiency in the cloud data platform including Snowflake, Amazon Web Services (AWS)
- Declaration of serious discipline history must be disclosed
- Criminal History Screening will be required for new employees (GCH will cover cost)
Benefits
- Flexible work options
- Career Development
- Salary Packaging
- Modern Facilities
- Diverse Work Culture
- Research Opportunities
- 12.75% super
- 17.5% leave loading
Salary
- Temporary full time (up to 28 February 2027 with possibility of extension)
- Base salary ranging from $5 370.60 – $5 763.70 per fortnight
About Us
The Performance unit is designed to support the Queensland Government's priorities by directly addressing key performance challenges within the Health Service. Data Operations mission is to build, support and maintain industry leading data assets that enable clinical practice improvement, digital transformation and analytics across Gold Coast Hospital and Health Service (GCHHS).
About Gold Coast Health
- Nationally and internationally recognised location for innovative medical research and health care
- Annual operating budget exceeding $1.5 billion
- More than 1100 beds across three hospitals - Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Hospital, Varsity Lakes Hospital and Robina and Southport Health Precincts
- Secondary and tertiary health services across more than 20 facilities
- Opportunity to combine professional advancement, job satisfaction and relaxation into one fulfilling lifestyle
- A workplace culture that encourages people to bring their whole selves to work so that they can perform at their best
- Committed to reflecting the diversity of the Gold Coast community and ensuring each staff member is included and feels like they belong
How to Apply
Click APPLY to submit your application by Tuesday, 12 May 2026
Gold Coast Health is committed to providing an accessible, inclusive work environment. Please contact the nominated person if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout this recruitment process.
Job Ad reference: GC681581
Please note: no third-party applications will be accepted.
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
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Documents
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