SQL Integration Specialist

This position is open to internal NSW Health permanent employees, or temporary employees who have been employed as part of a merit based selection process for more than 3 months.

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time (up to 30/06/2026)
Position Classification: Health Manager Level 4
Remuneration: $141,974 - $169,151 plus Superannuation
Location: 1 Reserve Road, St Leonards NSW
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ593583
Closing Date: Tuesday 5 August 2025 (11:59PM)

Join our Costing Transformation Program Financial Planning and Analytics Branch (FPA) at Ministry of Health for an exciting temporary employment opportunity and be part of the team enriching health in millions of ways every day.  

About us

• We are a dynamic team within NSW Health, innovative programs to improve costing and activity data quality across the state.
• Our work directly supports data-driven decision-making and funding outcomes that benefit public health services.
• We foster a collaborative, inclusive culture where technical excellence and continuous learning are highly valued.
• Build your career in a collaborative team environment where your expertise in analytics and innovation drives real health system improvements.

To learn more about the Ministry and what benefits we offer, access our Employee Benefits Handbook.

About the role
With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we’re enhancing health and wellness while developing your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.

Join a transformative, high-impact program that is driving improvements in healthcare data quality across NSW. As the SQL Integration Specialist, you’ll play a pivotal role in enhancing how costing and activity data is extracted, transformed, and integrated—directly contributing to statewide data quality improvements that underpin better funding and decision-making. You'll work alongside experienced professionals, leveraging modern tools and platforms in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment. This is your opportunity to apply your technical expertise to real-world challenges that matter. If you’re passionate about meaningful data work and thrive in a dynamic setting that values continuous improvement, this role is for you. Be part of a team that’s reshaping the future of health costing. Make your work count.

Health Manager level 4, starting salary from $141,974 - $169,151 plus Super, with a 38-hour work week.

What you’ll be doing
The SQL Integration Specialist is responsible for eliciting business requirements, optimising data and developing data pipeline architecture, as required for optimal extraction, transformation and loading of data from a wide variety of data sources.

• Elicit requirements to clarify business issues to develop solutions that meet business needs, developing strong stakeholder relationships through effective communication, negotiation, and issues management to ensure deliverables are met. 
• Analyse data to identify trends or patterns, using a range of modelling techniques such as prototyping to support analysis and design solutions. 
• Perform solution testing and assist with go-live support and maintenance management to enable a stabilized solution. 
• Identify, design and resolve operational data integration issues and maintain data integrity for business users. 
• Prepare documentation and communications, including design specifications, training material, release notes, and alike, through the program lifecycle to meet governance requirements. 
• Design solutions that adhere to standards ensuring data is free from corruption and remains stable, accurate and consistent across systems.

About you
We are seeking motivated and committed individuals who can support the work of NSW Health with:

• Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline, with demonstrated expertise in SQL development and integration.
• Strong data analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and deliver meaningful insights to support business needs.
• Proven adaptability to new technologies, platforms, and integration tools in a dynamic program environment.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across clinical, financial, and technical teams.
• Strongly preferred: prior experience with NSW Activity-Based Costing, including understanding of costing processes, data structures, and reporting requirements.

How to apply
In order to be eligible to apply for this role, you must be a NSW Health permanent of temporary employee.

At The Ministry of Health, we want you to make the most of the opportunities you’ll get to grow your skills and your career, surrounded by authentic, smart people and leaders.

Please review the role description and submit your up-to-date resume (up to 5 pages) and cover letter (1-2 pages)

Closing Date: Tuesday 5 August 2025