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Build your career and Australia’s future.
Not many people can say they are working on building Australia’s future. With us you’ll be doing just that, leaving a legacy for all Australians. Plus, there’s equal employment, great training, and true flexible working arrangements.
A fantastic opportunity has presented itself for an Expert, Data Governance and Data Products reporting to the General Manager, Data Governance Operations
A bit about your role
This role, Expert, Data Governance and Data Products is responsible for driving the adoption of nbn’s data operating model by coordinating data domain teams, product owners and use‑case squads, ensuring effective delivery, governance and lifecycle management of data domains and data products. It oversees Data Domain Objective & Key Results (OKRs) implementation, supports delivery activities, manages risks, fosters cross‑functional collaboration, maintains playbooks and governance artefacts, and ensures data products and ontologies are governed. The role requires the ability to deliver on end-to end Data & AI capabilities from concept through to successful implementation of business objectives. The role also contributes to change management by supporting training, communication and knowledge‑sharing across the organisation.
A bit about you
The ideal candidate has strong project or program management skills and brings experience in consulting, delivery, team leadership and implementing a federated operating model. They have a understanding in data governance, data management, architecture or AI/ML, along with familiarity with performance metrics and OKRs. Highly self-driven and organised, they communicate clearly and effectively, and excel at coordinating cross‑functional teams across business and IT.
Life at nbn
To be part of nbn is to be part of something bigger. There’s so much more from here. Our pioneering spirit drives us forward every day. Together, we help lift the digital capability of the nation by building and connecting Australia’s best fibre infrastructure into homes and businesses, plus places and things, everywhere. We’re continuing to create Australia’s network—a network made for more. Not just a way for everyone to do the things they love but transforming the way they do them.
A more inclusive working world
nbn is committed to an inclusive, flexible, and supportive workplace where everyone can feel heard, valued, and respected. We believe diverse perspectives are the key to unlocking greater outcomes and encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures. That's why we have a Reconciliation Action Plan, Accessibility & Inclusion Plan, offer 18 weeks of paid parental leave, are a Pride in Diversity Platinum Employer, and have active employee-led diversity pillars. Click here to see our list of employee benefits and why we're recognised as a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for Women.
Equal Opportunities for All
We champion equal opportunities for all employees. If you have any accessibility requirements and would like to discuss adjustments for the recruitment process, please don’t hesitate to contact us by emailing recruitment@nbnco.com.au or calling our Recruitment Accessibility Enquiry Line at +61 2 8918 9990. Please note, this line is dedicated to accessibility-related enquiries for the purposes of recruitment, and only enquiries related to accessibility adjustments will be answered. For other matters, please visit our Contact Us page on our website.
Where to from here?
If you think this role might be for you, we want to hear from you. Please apply by following the links and sending in your resume only. We do not require a cover letter or any selection criteria to be addressed.
Please note that this role is a Fixed Term opportunity and applications will close at midnight 10th May 2026
To be eligible for this role, you must have full working rights in Australia.