Data Analytics Engineer

Hamilton - Office Based

Fulltime, Permanent

DairyNZ’s story

Deliver a positive future for New Zealand dairy farming

Te whakaputa i te anamata kounga mō ngā pāmu kau o Aotearoa

We are full of people who have a passion for delivering great outcomes and creating positive change. We leverage our collective strength by bringing the dairy sector together, helping farmers build more sustainable, profitable, and resilient farm businesses; because a strong dairy sector means a strong New Zealand.

Your opportunity

As a Data Analytics Engineer, you will design, build, and support DairyNZ’s data and analytics capabilities, enabling trusted, accessible, and fit‑for‑purpose insights. This role combines data engineering and business intelligence expertise to deliver reliable data pipelines, models, reporting, and dashboards that support both strategic and operational decision-making.

You’ll work closely with the Digital Solutions Lead, Digital Technologies colleagues, and business stakeholders across statistics, benchmarking, business services, and science and research. You’ll also play an important role in uplifting data quality, reuse, and readiness for AI‑enabled analytics, ensuring responsible AI practices are applied in line with organisational standards.

What you’ll be doing

Reporting to the Digital Solutions Lead, you will support the Digital Technologies team, including:

• Designing, building, and maintaining secure, well governed data pipelines and analytics models.

• Developing curated datasets and semantic models to support reuse and self-service insights.

• Delivering high-quality Power BI reports and dashboards with clear data storytelling.

• Implementing and monitoring data quality controls to ensure trusted and reliable insights.

• Supporting the adoption of AI‑enabled analytics by uplifting data readiness and applying responsible AI practices, including privacy, security, and quality considerations.

• Partnering with business stakeholders to translate analytics needs into practical data products.

• Working collaboratively with Data Stewards and external partners to support effective data lifecycle management and continuous improvement.

• Providing technical input to projects and supporting operational processes within the Digital Technologies environment.

What you’ll bring

You’ll bring a passion for using data to deliver meaningful, real-world outcomes and a genuine interest in contributing to the future of New Zealand dairy farming. With a strong foundation in data, analytics, or technology (ideally supported by a relevant tertiary qualification), you enjoy getting to the heart of complex information and turning it into trusted, practical insights. As a collaborative team player and subject matter expert, you’ll demonstrate integrity and professionalism while bringing curiosity, energy, and a constructive mindset to everything you do.

We’d love to hear from you if you have:

• A tertiary qualification in Information and Communications Technology (or equivalent experience).

• Approximately 5+ years’ experience in a data analytics, data engineering, or related role.

• Experience designing and working with data warehouses and analytics platforms.

• Strong capability with tools such as Snowflake, dbt, Power BI, SQL Server, Azure data services, and T‑SQL.

• Experience managing and working with complex data sets in a data rich environment.

• An understanding of AI‑enabled analytics and data readiness (experience with AI platforms is an advantage).

• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with both technical and nontechnical stakeholders.

• A collaborative, curious mindset and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Why you should join us

Make a difference - Together with our farmers, help us drive positive progress for the sector and country we love. Our credible work supports a sustainable future for farmers, the environment and communities across Aotearoa New Zealand.

Bring the whole you - We put people at the heart of what we do. We welcome all that you are and support your wellbeing, so you thrive personally and professionally.

Join a vibrant culture - Be part of a team that truly believes in our values. We have the courage to take bold action and the curiosity to drive innovation. Our credibility shines in our evidence-based work and our connectedness build meaningful, collaborative relationships.

Empowering you - We succeed when you do, which is why we champion the development and growth of our people. We empower you to do and be at your best through learning opportunities and great benefits.

Sound good to you? Come join our team who together, are making a difference.

Please note applicants must currently reside in New Zealand to be considered for this position.

Applications close at 10.00pm on Sunday 20 September 2026. Click apply now to be taken to our website to complete the application process.