Are you passionate about turning data chaos into clarity? We're seeking a Data Specialist in a 12-month fixed-term role to revolutionize how we manage our most valuable asset - our data.
Mō tō mātou āhuatanga | Who we are
Tonkin + Taylor is New Zealand's leading engineering and environmental consultancy, renowned for our technical excellence in solving complex challenges. We are proudly a New Zealand, employee-owned company and our collective mission is to create and sustain a better world.
At T+T, we strongly believe that it's our people that keep our clients coming back. Our people are known for being 'humble high-achievers': delivering award-winning solutions, working collaboratively, and delivering exceptional outcomes for our clients. They are our greatest asset, and we invest in their development, well-being, and career aspirations.
Kei te hiahia mātou ki ōu pūkenga | We want your skills
This role offers an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact on our organization's data management practices in a short timeframe. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter with a passion for data governance and management and have the ability to drive change in a dynamic, complex business environment. Previous experience in a business analyst, data analyst or data governance role would be beneficial.
In this fixed term role, you will:

• Implement game-changing data classification and retention policies including tooling to ease implementation
• Craft metadata standards that make sense to both tech-savvy and the business-centric
• Partner with our teams to tackle data quality head-on

Kei te whakapono mātou ki tō whanaketanga | We want to develop you
Working at T+T provides a rich learning environment for you to grow and develop every day. You're in the driver's seat when it comes to your learning, and there are heaps of opportunities to tap into a wealth of knowledge, expertise and formal development opportunities.
What's in it for you?

• It's a big role dealing with complex data challenges, are you up for a challenge?
• Have the chance to leave a lasting mark on our data landscape
• Exposure to a wide variety of Engineering and Scientific data domains
• Be supported with your career goals and have heaps of opportunities for development.

Nā tōu rourou | What you'll bring

• 5+ years in the data trenches (governance, analysis, or related fields)
• A knack for translating tech-speak into business language
• A track record of delivering data projects that make a real difference
• The ability to influence at all levels - from the frontlines to the board room
• Tertiary level qualification in information systems or a technology/data related field.
• Excellent problem solving and analytical abilities.
• Great communication skills.
• Documentation and testing experience.
• Ability to quickly learn new applications and keep up with changes technology.
• Some technical experience with software development/programming/databases is an advantage.

Ngā Hua | Our benefits

• Exposure to a variety of professional experts and projects; T+T are involved in a number of large-scale alliance projects, as well as smaller community focused projects.
• A highly supportive team environment where you are encouraged to pave your own career path that caters to your own personal pathway.
• Professional memberships and continued education support.
• A flexible working culture and formal flexible working arrangements including part time working
• Internal training programs
• Mentoring programs
• $750 annual wellbeing allowance and wellbeing programme.
• A very active social club
• Free fruit baskets and morning teas (we love morning teas at T+T!).
• State of the art, modern and contemporary offices.

Toroa tā mātou pae tukutuku mō ētehi atu kōrero | For more information, check out our website
APPLY NOW! Or for further information on T+T, go to: http://www.tonkintaylor.co.nz. T+T is not only a place to work - it's a place where your work will make a difference.
'Everyone Matters' is one of our three core values at T+T, and we are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce who foster inclusion, participation, and equal opportunity.
We are proud to be an Immigration New Zealand Accredited Employer, a member of Diversity Works, and Partners of Tupu Toa and Pūhoro STEMM Academy. We particularly encourage speakers of Te Reo Māori or Pacific languages to apply.
T+T are proud to be part of the Rainbow Tick Whānau and welcome applicants from rainbow communities.

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