Job Description

Data Architect Lead

Do you want to protect future generations?

Protect tomorrow together at the NSW EPA

• Join a purpose-led organisation and make a difference to the environment and our community
• Work on issues that matter in a supportive, collaborative and creative environment
• Environment Officer Class 12
• Remuneration starting from $152,677 plus superannuation
• Benefits and flexibility recognising work isn’t all you are passionate about
• One ongoing role available
• Role based in Parramatta

The opportunity

The Data Architect Lead is responsible for designing and maintaining the EPA’s data architecture to ensure that information assets are effectively structured, governed and optimised for use across the organisation. The role provides technical and strategic leadership in the design of data models, integration patterns, and storage solutions that enable efficient, secure and scalable data management and analytics.

Working within the Engagement Digital & Innovation Division, the Data Architect supports data strategy implementation, ensures alignment with NSW Government data and digital standards, and contributes to building the EPA’s capability as a data-driven, evidence-based regulator.

About you

To be successful in this role, you will have the following key knowledge and experience:

• Proven experience designing and implementing enterprise or solution-level data architectures in a complex organisation.
• Strong understanding of data modelling, integration patterns, and database technologies
• Experience with modern cloud-based data platforms and tools
• Familiarity with data pipelines processes, pipeline design and API integration
• Detailed understanding of information security, privacy and regulatory compliance in a public sector context.
• Strong communication, analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to influence technical and business stakeholders.

Also, it is an essential requirement of this role for the successful candidate to have relevant tertiary qualifications in solution architecture or an equivalent background in a related field, including essential certifications such as TOGAF or a recognised architecture certification

About the team

The Data and Analytic team are responsible for providing oversights and guidance over all Data and Analytics solutions across EPA.

The team is actively executing the data strategy to consolidate all EPA data assets to an enterprise grade cloud-based data platform. Equipping the EPA teams with state-of-the-art data processing capabilities and industry leading data management standards.

We offer the foundation platforms, governance framework, and analytical capabilities to transform raw data into business insights and actionable intelligence. We enable the organisation by promoting and upholding industry leading data practices in engineering, architecture, governance and analytics. We provide best practice guidance's and fact-based analytics.

For more information read the full Data Architect Lead - EO12 - Role Description.docx

About us

As the environmental steward and regulator of our State we are committed to a sustainable future.

Our people are proud to play a role in protecting the environment of NSW. We partner with Aboriginal people, industry and the wider community to protect, restore and enhance our diverse ecosystems.

We bring scientific expertise, experience and actions to inspire innovative solutions as we transition our state to a circular economy.

As we respond to urgent current issues, including climate change, we educate and support our stakeholders to create an environmentally healthy future.

Join us on our mission to protect tomorrow together.

Why work for us?

EPA people are energised by our purpose and focussed on the environment and we invite all our team members to:

• Be part of protecting what matters – be purpose led making a meaningful impact to the environment, economy and communities delivering for a better NSW
• Do more and be inspired together – be members of passionate united teams who protect the environment and each other through care, trust and collaboration.
• Bring who you are and grow with us - we put people first creating a culture where everyone can be themselves, respecting and developing our diverse skills & aspirations and prioritising our safety and wellbeing.

Some additional benefits to working for us include:

• A competitive salary and leave entitlements, salary packaging to save tax, fitness passport and free & confidential counselling services
• Opportunities and pathways for learning and developing your skills with access to online and face to face training and mentoring
• Flexible work arrangements
• Opportunities to make an impact and help shape the future for our environment
• Interesting and challenging work aligning with personal values that allow you to reach your full potential
• Recognition programs

In our inclusive and accessible workplace, differences are embraced, contributions are valued, and everyone has a sense of connection and belonging. The EPA supports various employee affinity groups, practice flexible working, offer job share and workplace adjustments.

The EPA is an independent statutory authority which sits within the NSW Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW)

For more information on the work we do at NSW EPA, go to www.epa.nsw.gov.au/your-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.

Applications close: Monday 25 May 2026 at 11:55pm

Should you require further information about the role please contact Berto Perelaer at berto.perelaer@epa.nsw.gov.au

Good to know

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.

If you are deemed as a recommended candidate following your interview, we will be inviting you to complete various background checks as part of our recruitment process before a final decision is made on the outcome of your application.

Our background checks may include, but are not limited to Reference Checks, National Police Checks, Working with Children and Medical Checks. The background checks will vary depending on the requirements of the role you have applied for and the work and environments you will be working across.

Capability application tool

The capability application tool helps job applicants understand and use the NSW Public Sector Capability Framework when applying for jobs with the NSW government. To access the tool, please click here

Looking for more information or assistance in applying?

We encourage and support applications from people with disability. We can provide alternative formats to apply, make adjustments to the recruitment process, and offer information about workplace adjustments and support networks, ensuring that you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Please click here for more information.

If you require an adjustment for your application process, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at epa.recruitment@epa.nsw.gov.au and please mention reference number 549167.

If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander use our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for roles or contact our  Aboriginal Employment Pathways team for a yarn.

For more information on reasonable adjustments to recruitment processes, please click here