Data Scientist - Contract, WA Gov
- Design and deliver high-value graph analytics capabilities for Western Australia Police Force.
- Develop machine learning and LLM solutions in Databricks.
- Build and analyse graph data models in Neo4j for policing use cases.
PERSOL brings together the legacy and experience of four organisations that shaped the staffing landscape over the past century: Kelly Services, who pioneered the modern temporary help industry in 1946; SKILLED, who crafted the staffing industry in Australia in 1964; Programmed, the leading provider of operations and maintenance services across Australia and New Zealand; and PERSOL, the largest workforce solutions provider in APAC.
What this role will involve:
The Data Scientist is a member of the team responsible for maintaining, enhancing, and evolving
the IRIS Graph Analytics Platform and underlying graph database within the Data Science and
Analytics Division. The role exists to design and deliver high-value graph analytics capabilities that
support intelligence and operational outcomes for Western Australia Police Force users.
Contract - ASAP until end of June 2027, Australian Citizenship, Perth location
Key responsibilities:
Within the Data Capability & Insights unit, the Data Scientist will:
- Work with Data Science team to develop machine learning and LLM solutions in Databricks.
- Build and analyse graph data models in Neo4j using the GDS library for policing use cases.
- Integrate Data Science solutions into IRIS.
Key experience required:
- Data Engineer Skills
Essential Technical / Non-Technical
- Strong experience in Data Science, Python, Machine Learning and LLMs.
- Experience with Neo4j Graph Data Science and/or Databricks (desirable).
- Experience with Cypher (desirable).
- Relevant tertiary qualification
Highly Desirable Technical / Non-Technical
- Experience integrating graph data science, machine learning, NLP or LLM-driven components into analytics platforms
- Experience working across enterprise data platforms and cloud-based analytics environments
- Experience working in a multi-vendor or enterprise-scale analytics environment
- Experience providing expert technical advice and recommendations on graph analytics and data capability development
- Experience working with Azure DevOps Kanban Boards
- Public sector or policing domain experience
If you meet these requirements, please apply now or for a confidential discussion please call Athena Yung on 0491451213 or reach out athena.yung@persolapac.com
Who we are
At PERSOL, we connect people to meaningful work and growth.
With decades of experience and a future-focused mindset, we're here to support your career journey. We offer fresh opportunities, trusted guidance, and a people-first approach.
We're committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and respectful workplace that embraces diverse experiences, backgrounds, and perspectives.
We strongly encourage applications from women, people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, and individuals from all communities.
Ready to make your next move? Apply now to join our team.
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Consultant
athena.yung@persolapac.com
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Company: Programmed Skilled Workforce
Date posted: 12th Aug, 2026
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