Lead Data Scientist

Melbourne is Australia’s fastest growing city – a city that is becoming increasingly reliant on public transport networks. Since 2009, Metro proudly continues to operate and maintain a world-class train service and network through to delivering significant transport projects that will shape how Melbourne moves. With Zero Harm at the foundation of everything we do, we want everyone to get home safely. We are one team, helping to connect and shape a better Melbourne.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Lead Data Scientist is required to perform advanced analytics to drive business value by optimising safety, operations and other business functions using descriptive, predictive and prescriptive analytics.

This is a full-time permanent opportunity based at 700 Collins Street.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Consult and engage key stakeholders to understand current ways of working and data requirements for decisions and operational functions.
• Efficiently design and build advanced analytics solutions for MTM including artificial intelligence and machine learning.
• Iterate and enhance data processing procedures relevant for building analytic systems and models.
• Deliver accurate and practical data driven analytical solutions, articulating the impact and actionable recommendations for the business.
• Provide Data Science Subject Matter Expertise to the business and IT to continuously evolve and enhance MTM advance analytics footprint.

ABOUT YOU

• Tertiary qualifications in data science, computing, or mathematics.
• Strong industry experience in business analytics, artificial intelligence, machine learning and business intelligence.
• Experience in productionizing Large Language Models.
• Experience using data visualisation techniques to tell the story of data. Tools including (but not limited to) MS Excel, Power BI, MS PowerPoint etc.
• Strong skills in Machine Learning and open-sourced programming languages such as R or Python, Microsoft Azure ML.
• Ability to communicate, engage and confidently present complex business topics to both technical and business stakeholders.
• Experience working with Agile delivery methodologies such as Scrum preferred.

WHY WORK AT METRO? 

• Work for a multi-award-winning rail operator with rewarding career opportunities that provide you with the support and training to take your career to the next level!
• Be part of an inclusive, diverse, and supportive company made up of various backgrounds, cultures, and experiences.
• Work-life balance options including flexible working arrangements, 14 weeks paid parental leave, and purchasing up to 4 weeks of additional leave per year.
• All eligible Metro employees receive a free Myki Pass that allows free Public Transport in Victoria.
• Access to a wide range of corporate discounts including healthcare, fitness, finance, and more.

Metro’s commitment to an inclusive workforce

At Metro Trains Melbourne (MTM), we recognise that embracing diversity and fostering an inclusive workplace are vital to our mission and success and will lead us to being a world class rail network. In today’s interconnected and multicultural world, our ability to understand, appreciate, and leverage the unique perspectives of our employees, passengers, partners, and the community is essential for driving innovation and achieving sustainable growth.

We offer and encourage flexible work and purchased leave arrangements for all employees to support wellbeing, family or carer commitments and other personal circumstances. We are committed to removing barriers and welcoming applications from people of all ages, abilities, Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and the LGBTIQA+ community. We are happy to make adjustments to our recruitment process to support your full participation.