Data Science Specialist

Data Science Specialist

• Full time fixed term role until 18 December 2026.
• Geelong office location with flexible hybrid working
• JG5 Offering a competitive starting base salary of $129748 plus super and benefits

Grow your career by supporting real progress

Right now were seeking a Data Science Specialist who will continue to play their part in caring for the lives of everyone on Victorias roads. Someone committed to supporting the progress of our clients and your colleagues so they can achieve great things. Thats truly rewarding work that will help us continue to deliver life-critical services where it matters.

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About the role
This is a role for someone who thrives on solving complex business problems with data and doing it with independence creativity and strong judgement. Youll design and build data science models that directly support decisionmaking across the TAC from rapid proofofconcepts through to solutions that become part of everyday operations.

About the Team
This role sits within the Performance Risk & Strategy Division - a team focused on delivering insights that shape organisational performance and strategic direction. Youll work alongside experienced data specialists supported by a manager who values curiosity autonomy and practical problemsolving.

What were looking for

Independent creative problemsolver
Youre comfortable working autonomously taking ambiguous business questions and turning them into structured modelling approaches. You bring fresh ideas challenge paradigms and make complex problems simple.

Deep data science expertise
You have solid experience building and operationalising data science models not just analysis or reporting. You understand the full data lifecycle and can move quickly from concept to prototype to implementation using tools such as Python R or SQL.

Influential communicator
You can confidently engage with senior stakeholders facilitate discussions test scenarios and help finalise solutions. You translate technical insights into clear practical recommendations that support strategic decisionmaking.

Take the next step in your career. Apply now.
Click apply to submit your Cover Letter and Resume. If successful youll progress to an interview. All applicants will be advised of the outcome of their application.
For more information read the attached Position Description or contact Shay McLean on for a confidential discussion. Applications for this role will be accepted up until 11:55pm on Sunday 3 May 2026.
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A current TAC employee is eligible to apply for another position at TAC if:

1. The employee has been in their current position for at least 12 months; and
2. Has attained at least a competency 2 (for job groups 1-5); and
3. Is not currently on a Performance Improvement Plan (PIP)

Please note labour hire staff who are employed by a recruitment agency to work at the TAC will be eligible to apply. Please reach out to your agency and they will submit an application on your behalf.