Senior Business Analyst

Job No:CB18137

Location: Drummoyne, Sydney 

• Permanent Full-Time Position - 35 hours per week
• Participation in 9 day fortnight scheme
• Competitive salary per annum + Super

The City of Canada Bay is a thriving, colourful community, surrounded by the beautiful bays of Sydney Harbour. The area is also known for its parklands, cycle paths and walkways. City of Canada Bay Council’s values underpin how we operate: We act with integrity; We empower our people; We are respectful; We work together; We innovate.

About the role

This position is for an experienced and motivated Business Analyst to be part of a team of application support specialists & analysts to ensure and maintain the efficient functioning, availability, and performance of the organisation's ERP software applications. 

You will 

• Engage with internal and external stakeholders to gather requirements, analyse needs, and identify opportunities for process improvement.
• Lead the development and implementation of process mapping methodologies to streamline workflows and enhance organisational efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify business challenges, analyse data, and recommend solutions to drive strategic decision-making.
• Facilitate workshops, meetings, and presentations to communicate findings and recommendations effectively to stakeholders at all levels.
• Develop comprehensive documentation, including business requirements, user stories, process flows, and functional specifications.
• Work in collaboration with application support specialists in developing business solutions and implementing change. 

About the person 

We are seeking a highly skilled and analytical Senior Business Analyst with a strong track record of successfully driving digital transformation and implementing innovative business solutions. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively are essential. The successful candidate will work collaboratively in alignment with the local government's digital strategy, aiming to enhance its service delivery capabilities.

The successful candidate will have previous experience in a developing and implementing Digital Business Solutions, preferably in Local Government. It would be preferred but not essential for applicants to have a 

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or Relevant Experience.
• Experience in business analysis, process improvement, or related roles.
• Proven track record of successful stakeholder engagement and collaboration in a complex organizational environment.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and make actionable recommendations.
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to convey technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Certification in business analysis is desirable.

What’s on offer

We are offering an attractive total remuneration package for the right candidate. The City of Canada Bay offers excellent employee benefits which include:  

• A range of flexible work arrangements including hybrid work from home arrangements
• 18 weeks paid parental leave
• A supportive, energetic, and passionate team
• Significant leave benefits (9-day fortnight, 15 days sick/personal leave, 2 days health and wellbeing leave per year, access to Long Service leave after 5 years)
• Continuous training, support, and leadership development
• Health and Wellbeing programs (Yoga classes, Fitness Passport, Flu vaccinations, Head Space, Skin Cancer Checks)
• And much, much more! 

Want to know more?
Further information regarding the requirements of this role can be found in the attached Position Description here, alternatively for a confidential discussion please contact Sarah Lauron, Coordinator Business Solutions and Change on (02) 9911 6575 or email sarah.lauron@canadabay.nsw.gov.au.

Please click here to learn more about working at City of Canada Bay Council. 

How to apply
Candidates MUST apply online by clicking 'begin' below. Applications close 11:30pm, 5 May 2024 and will not be accepted through any other medium. Please provide a cover letter demonstrating why you are the right person for the job.

If you have any accessibility requirements, please feel free to contact April McCarthy on 02 9121 0076 or email  april.mccarthy@canadabay.nsw.gov.au to discuss.

The City of Canada Bay Council is a Child Safe Organisation that recognises and advocates for the rights of Children and Young People and are committed to a Safe Workplace. 

The City of Canada Bay Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to maintaining, growing and supporting a diverse, respectful, collaborative & inclusive workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from diverse community groups and ages including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, LGBTIQA+, people with disabilities, women, and other diversity groups. 

The successful applicant for this role will be required to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 or provide evidence of an approved medical contraindication form. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure they are able to meet all requirements in line with Councils COVID Safe Workplace Policy & Procedure (once adopted), WHS requirements and prevailing NSW Public Health Orders. 

 “Formal offers of employment are subject to standard Council pre-employment checks including medical and other background checks”.