Data Analytics & Visualisation Engineer at GNS Science · Wellington

Te tūnga | The roleWe have a 9-month fixed-term opportunity for a Data Analytics and Visualisation Engineer to provide operational and development support for analytical workflows (data pipelines and dashboards) for communicable disease surveillance reporting. You will partner with our experts at PHF Science and our external partners to derive meaningful value from data. The position will be available to start early July. Preference is for the role to be based in either Auckland, Wellington, or Christchurch. However remote working may be considered. In this role you will be involved in:

• Provide technical support to develop and maintain data ingestion and interactive dashboards frameworks using diverse data sets.

• Provide operation support for real time data collection, ingestion, storage and analysis solutions.

• Maintain data governance, security and technical standards for development and deployments of analytics apps as per organisational policies.

• Contributes to requirements gathering and recommendations for new solutions that align with best practices. Kia angitu koe | About youTo be successful in this role, you will have:

• Relevant tertiary level qualification (e.g. Data Science/Analytics/Computer Science/ Software Engineering)

• Experience in Python/Power BI/R Shiny/Tableau/TSQL

• Working knowledge of API/SharePoint integration

• Experience with Version Control (e.g. Git repositories)

• Knowledge of requirements gathering and data modelling in Data Science/analytics domain.

• Relevant industry or research experience in analytics or data science.

• Understanding of how web applications work including consuming Web APIs

• Strong quantitative and computational aptitude

• Accurate, detail focussed and reliable

• Excellent communication and relationship management skills

• Well-developed problem solving and critical thinking skills

• Ability to grasp new concepts quickly and acquire new skills

Ngā painga | The benefits

• Flexible working options to support balancing work and non-work commitments.
• Four weeks annual leave, plus two additional annual leave days and three additional PHF Science days (usually the three days between Christmas and New Year’s Eve)
• 15 days sick leave and service leave provisions after five years
• Annual volunteer day to support an organisation or issue you care about in the community.
• Free annual flu vaccinations
• Life insurance and physical loss benefit
• Subsidised Southern Cross insurance & access to special retail discounts.
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), a confidential and free counselling service.

Mō mātou | About Us

Established in 2025, formerly ESR, PHF Science is a New Zealand Government-owned research organisation dedicated to the health, wellbeing and safety of our communities. Specialising in public health and forensic sciences, we monitor disease, help ensure safe food and water, reduce harm from drugs, support the justice system and more. Our science powers innovations and solutions to help New Zealand prosper and grow.

With 4 locations across Aotearoa New Zealand from Auckland to Christchurch and Wellington (Kenepuru and Wallaceville), we use world-leading science to monitor disease, test food and products, safeguard our water, and support the justice sector. By joining forces with experts and iwi, we’re tackling critical issues to ensure a better Aotearoa New Zealand for all.

We are an accredited Living Wage employer and value our people, providing excellent environment for fostering and developing our people in a values-driven, flexible, and ever evolving landscape. We are committed to sustainability and are proud to have received our Toitū Carbonreduce Certification.

Tono mai | Apply Now

We encourage applications from those with an understanding of or a willingness to develop their capability in Te Tiriti o Waitangi, tikanga Māori, and/or te reo Māori.

If you would like to request a full position description, please get in touch with recruitment@phfscience.nz

Applications close 12pm on Fri 29 May 2026

Click apply to submit your application. Please ensure you upload a cover letter and CV, outlining your interest and relevant skills for this opportunity.

We will be back in touch once advertising closes and applications have been reviewed.

Health, Safety and Wellbeing

At PHF Science, the health, safety and wellbeing of our people is our highest priority. Depending on the role and exposure risks, mandatory vaccinations may include Tetanus, Typhoid, Meningococcal, Hepatitis A and Hepatitis B, and Polio. In some roles you may need to confirm your vaccination status in accordance with health and safety advice before you commence employment. Participation in PHF Science’s vaccination programme is a condition of employment for new staff. We choose to share this information early in our hiring process so candidates can make an informed choice and are happy to discuss further at interview stage if you have any questions.

PHF Science is an equal opportunity employer and committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Your unique talents and experience will help us deliver exceptional services to New Zealand. We look forward to your application.

If you don't meet every requirement in this position description, please don't exclude yourself. Studies indicate that women and other individuals from under-represented groups often only apply when they satisfy all the criteria. We focus on recruiting individuals who share our core values of Mahi Rangatira (Our quality counts), Mahi tahi (our team spirit), Mahi Auaha (we push boundaries), Mahi Pono (we do the right thing). If these values resonate with you, we encourage you to submit your application.

PHF Science is committed to developing a diverse, inclusive, equitable workplace where people feel they belong. We believe this is the right thing to do, but we also believe it is a worthwhile commitment that makes our organisation stronger and more capable through building on our diversity of thinking, enabling us to better understand the needs of our stakeholders and people and respond effectively to them. An inclusive environment means the diverse perspectives we have are more likely to be expressed, heard, and acted on.

Please note the successful applicant will be required to complete a pre-employment drug-screen and police records check as conditions of employment.

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