Job Title: Data Scientist
Job Description:
We are seeking a skilled data scientist to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for building and deploying machine learning models using Python and Amazon SageMaker.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work on high-impact projects, collaborate with domain experts, and bring cutting-edge ML solutions to life in live operational settings.
Key Responsibilities:
* Model Development: Design, experiment, build, and deploy machine learning models using Python and Amazon SageMaker.
* Data Engineering: Build and maintain robust data pipelines for ingestion, preprocessing, and feature engineering using AWS services like S3 and Lambda.
* Problem Framing: Work closely with product owners and mining experts to translate operational challenges into clear data science problem statements with measurable success criteria.
* MLOps Excellence: Apply best practices in MLOps including automated retraining, performance drift monitoring, and CI/CD workflows.
* Insight Generation: Conduct data analysis and experimentation to uncover insights, validate hypotheses, and optimize models for operational efficiency.
* Production Support: Collaborate with engineers and analysts to support models in production, troubleshoot issues, and continuously improve performance in live mineral processing environments.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
* Experience in the resource industry.
* Full working rights with no restrictions & Perth based.
* A natural problem solver by nature.
* Strong Python skills and hands-on experience with Amazon SageMaker.
* Familiarity with Kedro and AWS services (S3, Lambda, etc.).
* Solid understanding of MLOps workflows and tools (Git, CI/CD, MLflow).
* Experience in data analysis, experimentation, and model optimisation.
* Excellent communication and collaboration skills across technical and operational teams.
Benefits:
With over 90 years' combined experience, we are proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning multiple sectors worldwide. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.