WesTrac is an equipment solutions company and one of the world's leading Caterpillar Dealerships. Operating in NSW, ACT and WA, we supply equipment solutions to thousands of customers across the mining, construction, transport, forestry, agriculture and power generation sectors. At WesTrac our primary focus is our people. We know that our success is the result of more than 3,000 talented people working together to achieve amazing outcomes. Now, as we look to the future and our goal of becoming the first choice in equipment solutions, we're more focused than ever on harnessing the best talent for our business.

The Business Analyst – Data Science is responsible for providing vital support to the business by using data science/machine learning to drive insights and decisions that improve revenue and operation. This role will work cross-functionally with key stakeholders across WesTrac to identify business optimisation initiatives, deliver data science/machine learning solutions, contribute to the long-term business optimisation plan and support the business in implementing key analytical initiatives.

Other key functions of the role include developing and implementing data science/machine learning capability to resolve business problems (e.g. customer behaviour prediction, market analytics, sales forecast, resource and operation optimisation, pricing modelling, asset failure prediction, etc.), as well as developing business intelligence and analysis to report and measure business performance.

This role is a permanent full-time opportunity based at our WA head office in South Guildford.

To be successful the following is required:

• 3 years or more commercial experience with R and/or Python (preferred)
• Ability to handle complex data engineering and transformation
• Ability to develop and refine data science/machine learning solutions to resolve business problems
• Experience with business intelligence/analytics tool (e.g. Power BI) and knowledge of data modelling
• Experience with SparkR or PySpark is a bonus
• Strong commercial acumen and business analysis skills
• Ability to work successfully within a team and autonomously

WesTrac offers competitive remuneration packages and many other benefits which include:

• Supportive work environment and career progression opportunities
• Income protection Insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Discounted CAT products
• Partner Discount network
• Further education assistance
• Salary sacrificing options i.e. airline memberships, motor vehicle etc.
• Discounted health insurance

WesTrac Pty Ltd is committed to achieving a diverse and engaged workforce. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from female, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island candidates

Advertised: 05 Mar 2021 W. Australia Standard Time
Applications close: 01 Apr 2021 W. Australia Standard Time