Posted by Falkirk Council is recruiting a Data Analyst to join its Waste Services team in Falkirk, Scotland, UK. This is a permanent, full-time position offering a salary of £32,217 to £34,552 per year, with hybrid working available.
The successful candidate will provide analytical and technical support to the Waste Strategy team, with a focus on improving the accessibility, quality, and consistency of data. The role involves working with large datasets, GIS platforms, and weighbridge software.
Job Overview
- Job Title: Data Analyst
- Company: Falkirk Council
- Location: Grangemouth, Falkirk, Scotland, UK
- Job Type: Permanent
- Employment: Full-time
- Salary: £32,217 to £34,552 per year
- Working Arrangement: Hybrid
- Working Hours: 37 hours per week
- Schedule: Monday to Thursday, 9am to 5pm; Friday, 9am to 4:30pm
- Team: Waste Services
- Job Category: Data Analysis / Council Services
About Falkirk Council
Falkirk Council is a local authority employing more than 7,000 people and focused on improving the lives of residents in its community.
The council describes itself as a future-focused organisation and promotes the values of Responsive, Innovative, Trusted, and Ambitious, known as RITA.
Data Analyst Job Description
The Data Analyst will work within the Waste Services team and provide analytical and technical support to the Waste Strategy team.
A major part of the role involves improving the way waste-related data is accessed, maintained, and used. Waste information will generally come from weighbridge reports, so candidates need a basic understanding of weighbridge operations.
The position also requires the ability to work with large datasets and understand how data can influence decision-making.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide analytical and technical support to the Waste Strategy team.
- Improve the accessibility of data.
- Help maintain data quality and consistency.
- Work with large datasets.
- Manage and interpret information from GIS platforms.
- Manage and interpret data from weighbridge software.
- Organise workloads effectively.
- Work within established deadlines.
- Communicate effectively with colleagues.
- Follow council policies and procedures.
- Apply knowledge of data protection requirements.
Qualifications and Requirements
The listing highlights the following skills and abilities:
- Ability to work with large datasets.
- Basic understanding of weighbridge operations.
- Experience working with MS Office packages.
- Ability to manage and interpret data from GIS platforms.
- Ability to work with weighbridge software.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Good workload organisation.
- Ability to meet deadlines.
- Effective communication with colleagues.
- Understanding of Data Protection legislation.
- Ability to follow council policies and procedures.
Salary and Working Arrangement
The Data Analyst position pays between £32,217 and £34,552 per year.
The role is offered on a permanent basis and involves 37 hours of work per week. Falkirk Council offers hybrid working, allowing employees to work from home and at council locations according to business needs.
Although the position is advertised as full-time, the council states that requests for part-time hours will be considered in line with service requirements.
The listing also refers to a range of flexible benefits for Falkirk Council employees, although specific role-related benefits are not provided in the supplied job description.
Who Should Apply?
This opportunity may suit candidates who are comfortable working with data, large datasets, GIS platforms, and weighbridge software. Attention to detail, organisation, communication skills, and the ability to work to deadlines are also important for the role.
Candidates who want to use analytical skills to support Waste Services and council decision-making may find this position relevant.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the salary for the Data Analyst position?
The advertised salary is £32,217 to £34,552 per year.
Where is the Data Analyst job located?
The position is based at 81 Dalgrain Road, Grangemouth, Falkirk, Scotland, UK.
Is the Data Analyst position permanent?
Yes. The job is advertised as a permanent position.
Is this a full-time job?
Yes. The standard working arrangement is 37 hours per week.
Does Falkirk Council offer hybrid working?
Yes. The position offers hybrid working between home and council locations, depending on business needs.
What type of data will the successful candidate work with?
The role involves waste data, including weighbridge reports, as well as information from GIS platforms and weighbridge software.
What software experience is required?
The listing specifically mentions experience working with MS Office packages.
Can part-time hours be considered?
Yes. Falkirk Council states that it will consider requests for part-time hours in line with service requirements.
How to Apply
Interested candidates who meet the required qualifications and experience criteria should submit their application.
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