Principal Data & Analytics

About us 

We have a proud heritage and a progressive future, providing world class drinking water and beautiful waterways from the mountains to the sea. We see the world is changing so we are changing too. Our people and their jobs are as diverse as the communities we serve. 

What will you be doing?

The Principal Data & Analytics is responsible for leading and managing the implementation data and analytics new solutions, software, and technologies within Sydney Water. They work closely with project managers, IT teams, and stakeholders to ensure successful implementation, user adoption, and ongoing support. The Implementation & Transformation Lead is also responsible for driving process improvement initiatives and business transformation based on data insights using Six Sigma methodologies.

Your role will involve:

• Plan, lead and manage the implementation of new data & analytics implementation, and technologies, ensuring timelines, budgets, and quality standards are met. Size of the initiative/implementation could be anything between $500,000 - $5 million.
• Work closely with project managers and IT teams to identify requirements and create implementation plans that align with business objectives.
• Lead and manage implementation staffs, teams, including internal and external resources, to ensure project success.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify risks, issues, and dependencies that may impact implementation success and develop mitigation strategies.
• Monitor and evaluate post-implementation outcomes, identifying opportunities for improvement and driving continuous improvement efforts using Six Sigma methodologies.
• Conduct process improvement projects using Six Sigma methodologies to identify and eliminate process waste, reduce variability, and improve process efficiency and effectiveness.

Dive into Our Great Benefits: 

• Competitive Remuneration: We’ll ensure that your skills and contributions are valued and rewarded appropriately. 
• 24/7 Wellbeing Support: Access for you and your family to free and confidential mental health and general health support through our EAP portal. 
• Discounted Private Health Insurance: Unlock affordable access to top-tier health coverage with our discounted insurance plans. 
• Fitness Passport: Achieve your physical fitness goals using our Fitness Passport, granting you access to a multitude of gyms and pools across NSW. 
• Novated Leasing: Get in the driver's seat of your financial future with our novated lease options. 

Who are we looking for?

We are seeking enthusiastic and motivated candidates who have:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in project management, implementation, or related IT fields.
• Project Management certification
• Experience in Azure Services, Azure data factory, Azure databricks, Azure devops, Power BI / Powewr Platform, Medallion architecture, Lambda architecture, Python, SQL
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to quickly identify and resolve issues.
• Experience working in Agile and Waterfall project management methodologies.
• Familiarity with software development lifecycles and project management tools such as Jira, Asana, and Trello.
• Six Sigma certification (e.g. Green Belt, Black Belt) and experience applying Six Sigma methodologies to process improvement initiatives in data & analytics.
• Applicants must be Australian Citizens or Permanent Residents.

Does this sound like you? Apply now.

We support you through the application process and can modify as needed – let us know what you need.

Closing date: 3^rd April 2026

Please see the position description for the role’s full accountabilities.

For more information, or to request an accommodation information, you can contact sunil.nagarajan@sydneywater.com.au

At Sydney Water, we are passionate about making a difference to the lives of our customers and communities. We have a proud heritage and progressive future providing world class drinking water and services that are vital to our customers’ quality of life and safeguarding Sydney’s future. We see the world is changing, so we are changing too. 

Our vision is to create better lives through world-class services, and we believe that starts with our people. Our people and their jobs are as diverse as the communities we serve. Our diverse skills, mindsets and backgrounds work together on exciting and challenging projects that make a difference and help ensure Sydney remains one of the most iconic and liveable cities in the world.

We welcome and encourage applications from diverse backgrounds, including First Nations people, LGBTQIA+ people, people with disability, people with caring responsibilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and veterans. 

 As part of the application process, Sydney Water will be collecting your personal information to assess your suitability for the role. We will also use your personal information to establish a LiveHire talent profile in our Talent Community. We look at our Talent Community first when new opportunities come up when you apply for a role. Your personal information will be collected in accordance with LiveHire’s Terms, Privacy Policy and Sydney Water’s Privacy Collection Statement – Job Application. Please see the position description for the role’s full accountabilities.