Lead and embed data governance practices that enable trusted, consistent, and decision-ready data for intelligence-led rail safety regulation.
Are you passionate about data management, governance and having an impact on public safety? We are looking for a Senior Data Governance Officer to join our Safety & Regulatory Insights team to strengthen our capability to use data confidently, consistently and responsibly to support data and intelligence-led risk-based regulatory actions and programs.
Reporting to the Senior Manager Data Governance, Strategy & Engagement, you will embrace the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to a newly formed operating model, where you will lead the implementation, maintenance and continuous improvement of ONRSR’s Data Governance Framework, ensuring consistent alignment to our Strategic Directions.
In this role, you will design and embed governance arrangements that are practical, scalable and aligned to regulatory needs, while improving data quality, consistency and transparency to support intelligence and data analytics and reporting, including the application of AI tools and techniques. You will partner with stakeholders to build a shared understanding of data ownership and accountability and have a key role in balancing governance, risk management and process usability to ensure data is accessible, secure and fit-for-purpose. In doing so, you will contribute to building a culture where data is valued, understood and used with confidence across the organisation.
If having a positive impact on community safety and working in a purpose-driven organisation motivates you, we would love to hear from you!
Responsible for designing, implementing and embedding practical data governance arrangements that are fit for regulatory decision-making, the ideal candidate for this role will have:
The Office of the National Rail Safety Regulator (ONRSR) has the responsibility for regulatory oversight of rail safety throughout Australia. As an independent regulatory authority, ONRSR pursues safe railways for Australia by encouraging safe rail operations, enforcing national compliance with the Rail Safety National Law and promoting and improving rail safety across the country.
Be part of a values-led organisation with a strong commitment to its Culture Blueprint - the foundation for our purposeful, diverse and inclusive workplace and a key contributor to how we achieve our vision of Safe Railways for all Australians.
The application process
Not sure you meet all the requirements? That’s okay — we’re interested in people who may not tick all the boxes. If this sounds like a place you’d thrive, we’d love to hear from you.
To Apply, please submit your resume along with a cover letter outlining why you are interested in the role and how your experience aligns with what we are looking for.
More information can be found in the Position Description which is attached below and can also be found at: https://www.onrsr.com.au/about-onrsr/working-at-onrsr
As part of the recruitment and selection process, shortlisted candidates will be required to undertake a national criminal history check. Please note that the outcome of this check will be considered in context and does not automatically disqualify applicants from progressing.
Salary: $128,324 – $135,062 + 12% super
Applications close: Monday 31 August 2026, 6:00PM
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