The opportunity
This is a unique opportunity to lead the delivery of an enterprise-wide Data & Insights Strategy within a purpose-driven organisation supporting South Australians. You will play a pivotal role in shaping how data is governed, managed, and leveraged to drive better decisions, improved performance, and sustainable outcomes.

Working at the intersection of strategy and delivery, you will oversee key initiatives that uplift data capability, governance frameworks, and enterprise performance, ensuring data is trusted, accessible, and aligned to organisational priorities.

The position
Reporting to the Leader, Data & Insights, this role is responsible for defining and embedding data governance practices, managing data quality and performance, and overseeing the end-to-end lifecycle of enterprise data. You will lead a small team and work across the organisation to prioritise and deliver high-impact data initiatives.

The role includes driving the data roadmap, managing competing demands across business units, and ensuring reliable data ingestion, preparation, and reporting—primarily through the Snowflake platform. You will also act as a key advisor, translating complex data concepts into meaningful insights for stakeholders and leaders.

This role will be a full-time fixed term contract for 2 years.

About you
The ideal candidate brings strong experience in delivering data and insights strategies in complex or regulated environments, with deep expertise in data governance, quality, and performance frameworks. You are confident leading change, influencing senior stakeholders, and balancing competing priorities to maximise value.

You are a collaborative and capable leader who can simplify complexity, build capability in others, and drive continuous improvement. With a strong focus on outcomes, you combine technical expertise with strategic thinking and a genuine commitment to enabling better decisions through high-quality data. Demonstrated experience in implementing modern data platforms (Snowflake) will be highly regarded.

About ReturnToWorkSA
At ReturnToWorkSA, our purpose is to empower and support South Australians impacted by work injury.
Our services and those delivered by our claims agents are designed to provide early intervention support to workers and employers following a work injury to ensure the worker can recover and return to work as quickly as possible. We manage the collection of premium payments from registered employers and our invested funds to ensure we maintain a viable financial position that enables the delivery of quality support and services to injured workers.

In addition, we are the regulator of the Return to Work scheme and play the key role of protecting the integrity and fairness of the Scheme by monitoring and enforcing compliance with the Act and providing education and support about the health benefits of work.

Why join us? 
Experience a workplace culture that rewards your contribution and provides the development and support to help you reach your potential. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where our people can genuinely make a difference to the lives of South Australians affected by work injury. At ReturnToWorkSA, you can expect a range of benefits including:

• an extensive wellbeing program
  • access to a broad range of wellbeing seminars, webinars and information sessions
  • a free onsite gym and bike storage
  • discounted corporate private health insurance
  • and a proactive EAP provider
• flexible work options including part time and working from home
• access to learning and development programs to enhance your personal and professional skill set and career development
• modern offices with excellent amenities in the Adelaide CBD

Special requirements/Conditions
Appointment is subject to appropriate pre-employment checks.

Further information
Candidates will also be assessed based on their ability to demonstrate personal and professional alignment with ReturnToWorkSA’s organisational values which are critical to our success: We care about people and sustainability; We are inclusive and innovative; We listen to understand; and We own our actions.

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The salary range for this position is aligned with the Mercer CED Job Evaluation framework. The final offer will be commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications, skills and experience.

How to apply
Please submit a cover letter demonstrating your key capabilities and experience supported by your current resume addressed to Garth O’Brien – Leader, Data & Insights. If you have any questions, please reach out to recruitment@rtwsa.com. 

Please note that shortlisting and interviewing for this role will commence immediately. We encourage all interested candidates to submit their applications as soon as possible.

Inclusion and acceptance
ReturnToWorkSA is an equal opportunity employer, valuing difference and embracing diversity and we promote flexible ways of working, applicants are encouraged to discuss any workplace adjustments that might be needed as well as the flexible working arrangements for this role.

Still not sure?
We are proud to be recognised as an Endorsed Employer for All Women by WORK180. Research indicates that up to 60% of women and underrepresented groups may hesitate to proceed, even after completing a draft application. We firmly believe that diversity enhances the strength of every team, so even if you don’t tick all the boxes we still want to hear from you.