Senior Data Steward

Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW
Working with and coordinating corporate and enabling functions that support our vision of creating thriving environments and communities for every generation.

• Help Shape DCCEEWs Data Future
• Temporary (2 years) full-time (possibility of ongoing opportunity)
• Office location - Parramatta with flexible working (other NSW locations are negotiable)
• Salary relative to experience $129464 - $% superannuation

Join the NSW Department of Climate Change Energy the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) and play a critical role in managing and protecting the data that drives decisions for a sustainable future. Our work supports climate action clean energy water management and environmental conservationand we need skilled professionals to make it happen.

As Senior Data Steward youll embrace enterprise data governance initiatives ensuring trusted high-quality data and safeguarding the integrity of DCCEEWs data assets. Youll work across teams to apply data standards processes controls systems and tools to improve data quality and implement governance policies that protect privacy and compliance

What Youll Do:

• Bring the Data Governance Framework into action embedding best practices across DCCEEW.
• Manage data throughout its lifecycle ensuring accuracy consistency and compliance.
• Define and implement data governance and stewardship policies to meet regulatory obligations and organisational standards.
• Maintain data access privacy and data management controls.
• Use governance tools (e.g. MS Purview) to maintain an accessible inventory of enterprise data assets including lineage standards etc.
• Engage with stakeholders across divisions and entities to drive adoption of governance principles and improve maturity.

About You

We are seeking a professional with strong knowledge of data governance privacy legislation metadata management and data management frameworks coupled with experience in managing and stewarding data within complex environments. The ideal candidate will demonstrate the ability to plan and prioritise effectively influence and negotiate with stakeholders and maintain accountability at an adept level. Tertiary qualifications in Information Management Data Analytics or a related field or equivalent experience are essential for success in this role.

For more information read the full Role Description: Senior Data Steward

Who we are

The Department of Climate Change Energy the Environment and Water(DCCEEW) works to protect the states environment and heritage. It leads the way on climate change driving the sustainable transition to a net zero economy powered by affordable reliable and clean energy.

DCCEEW conserves and protects the states natural environment. It manages the NSW national park estate including its rich and diverse biodiversity and Aboriginal cultural heritage for future generations.

DCCEEW also ensures sustainable management of water resources across the state to support the environment communities and industry.

We acknowledge the ongoing custodial responsibilities of the Aboriginal peoples of NSW to care for Country and water and are committed to establishing meaningful partnerships with Aboriginal peoples in the management of the environment.

To Apply

If excited by the information above we look forward to receiving your application including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.

Please also note to be eligible for an ongoing role in the NSW Public Sector you need to be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident. For temporary and casual roles you need to hold a valid visa giving you permission to work in Australia as required by the role.

Applications close Sunday 7 December at 11:55PM.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Bishal Dhital at

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