Senior BI Developer at The Salvation Army

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

01 Dec, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Business Intelligence Development, Data Analysis, Data Modelling, Power BI, DAX, Power Query, SQL, Azure Data Factory, ETL Technologies, Data Warehousing Principles, OLAP Concepts, Semantic Models, Microsoft Fabric, Python

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Number of Positions Available: 1 ABOUT US The Salvation Army is a Christian movement and one of Australia's largest and most-loved charities. We believe in doing good that transforms lives and futures for the better. It is this belief which drives us to find new ways and places where we can make a difference. From times of personal crisis to moments of national grief, we are always here — providing support, safety, community, and opportunity. About the Role: As the Senior BI Developer, you will lead the design, development, and optimisation of business intelligence solutions that deliver trusted, actionable insights across the organisation ensuring high standards of data quality, performance, and scalability, supporting data-driven decision-making at every level. Working across modern data platforms—including Power BI, Microsoft Fabric, Azure Data Factory, SQL, and related technologies—you will create a robust analytics ecosystem that supports The Salvation Army’s mission and operational needs. This is a full time, fixed term (8 month) contract based out of Blackburn, Melbourne with hybrid working arrangements. Key Responsibilities: Design, build, and optimise end-to-end business intelligence solutions that deliver trusted, scalable insights Develop and maintain high-performance semantic models, applying advanced Power BI capabilities, and ensuring best-practice architecture and documentation across all BI assets Build automated, reliable data pipelines using Microsoft Fabric (Data Factory, Dataflows, and Notebooks), ensuring data quality, lineage, and strong governance across the end-to-end platform Translate complex data into clear insights, partners with stakeholders to understand business needs, and delivers impactful dashboards and reports aligned with organisational objectives Work collaboratively across Data & Insights and IT teams providing proactive communication and support data-driven decision-making across the organisation About You: 5+ years in Business Intelligence development, data analysis, and modelling PL-300: Power BI Data Analyst certification (DP-600: Fabric Analytics Engineer certification is desirable) Strong understanding of data warehousing principles, OLAP concepts, and ETL frameworks Expertise in Power BI, DAX, Power Query (M), and SQL Familiarity with Azure Data Factory and scalable ETL technologies Ability to translate business requirements into robust technical solutions Proven experience designing scalable data models and semantic models in Power BI and Microsoft Fabric (star schema, relationships, calculation groups, and model optimisation) Python proficiency (nice to have) for automation and data processing Why Work For Us: Eligible employees can access NFP Salary Packaging (up to $15,900 tax free) plus meals and entertainment benefit ($2,650) Generous paid Parental Leave for primary (12 weeks) and secondary carers + Purchased Leave Scheme (up to 8 weeks) + Workplace Support Leave (5 days) for volunteering in Salvos initiatives Flexible and hybrid WFH arrangements, access to Fitness Passport and Consumer Discounts Access to EAP and health & wellness initiatives Ongoing training and development opportunities that enhance on the job skills and proficiency Rewarding and fulfilling purpose driven careers that have positive and sustainable social impacts How to Apply: We are looking for compassionate people who share our mission and values, if you have the passion and drive to commit yourself to a challenging and rewarding role; we invite you to apply via the link and submit a current CV and a cover letter which details your alignment with the essential requirements of the role. The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities and/or expressions. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islander people. The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All child facing roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Applicants for all roles require a mandatory Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check. We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration At the Salvos, we believe in doing good that transforms lives and futures for the better. And it is this belief which drives us to find new ways and places where we can make a difference. From times of personal crisis to moments of national grief, we are always here — providing support, safety, community, and opportunity. Mission, Vision & Values The Salvation Army is a Christian movement dedicated to sharing the love of Jesus. We share the love of Jesus by: Caring for people Creating faith pathways Building healthy communities Working for justice When you work with the Salvos, you help make a real difference to the community and the lives of others. Find more information here. Check out how we’re bringing some more good in the world. Why work with the Salvos? The Salvation Army offers a range of employment opportunities across the organisation, including those in community programs, aged care, retail, employment services, corporate and other support services. When you choose to work with the Salvos, you choose to believe in doing good that transforms the lives of people and communities facing hardship or crisis. So, if you are passionate about work that has purpose and satisfaction, are keen on delivering social and sustainable outcomes that change lives, we want to hear from you. Our employees have access to a range of benefits, plus personal development and career diversity opportunities that deliver real and meaningful benefits. Enjoy flexible working arrangements and a healthy work-life balance, generous salary packaging opportunities, parental leave, purchase leave schemes and much more. The Salvation Army encourages people from all backgrounds, abilities, and identities to apply. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that accepts and recognises every person, embraces their strengths and differences, and provide opportunities for all people to achieve their highest potential. Check out our career page to find out more about our recruitment process and what its like to work at the Salvos. We are always on the lookout for individuals keen to help us fulfil mission to support those in need. Along with contributing their valuable time to a good cause, volunteers bring much-needed vitality and a fresh perspective through their ideas to the range of roles we have on offer. Whatever your skillset, availability, or areas of interest, we are keen to hear from you. Check out our volunteer opportunities here.

Responsibilities

Lead the design, development, and optimisation of business intelligence solutions. Create a robust analytics ecosystem that supports The Salvation Army’s mission and operational needs.