People Systems & Data Specialist

Melbourne Park is home to some of Australia’s most iconic events – where sport, entertainment, culture and community come to life, welcoming millions of guests each year. From the Australian Open to world-class concerts and events across Rod Laver Arena, John Cain Arena, Margaret Court Arena, AAMI Park and CENTREPIECE – this is Melbourne’s world stage.

Behind every experience is a team operating at pace, with precision and care. And we know that delivering world-class experiences starts with a world-class workforce.

Level Up Collective are proud to be partnering with Melbourne Park to find a People Systems & Data Specialist who will play a critical role in enabling seamless people systems, high-quality data, and smarter workforce decisions across this dynamic environment.

About the Role

This is a hands-on and impactful role where you’ll take ownership of the organisation’s people systems ecosystem and data capability. Working across the full employee lifecycle - from recruitment and onboarding through to workforce management, performance and exit -you’ll ensure systems are optimised, processes are connected, and data is trusted, accessible an - meaningful.

You’ll act as a key connector across People & Culture, Technology and Payroll, ensuring systems integrate effectively and deliver a seamless user experience. Just as importantly, you’ll bring data to life - translating insights into practical actions that support better decision-making across the business. This is a role for someone who enjoys problem-solving, improving how things work, and building systems and insights that truly add value.

Key Focus Areas

People Systems Operations & Optimisation

• Manage and optimise the day-to-day performance of people systems to ensure reliability and effectiveness
• Support system configuration, workflows, upgrades and enhancements
• Troubleshoot issues and act as a central point of coordination across teams
• Build user capability and improve system adoption across the business

End-to-End Process Integration & Improvement

• Ensure people processes are streamlined, connected and aligned across the employee lifecycle
• Identify inefficiencies, duplication or gaps and implement practical improvements
• Maintain clear process maps and workflows that support consistency and compliance
• Continuously evolve processes as systems and business needs change

People Data, Reporting & Insights

• Maintain high-quality, accurate and well-governed people data
• Develop reporting and dashboards to support operational and strategic decisions
• Translate workforce data into clear, actionable insights for different audiences
• Support workforce planning through trend analysis and forecasting

Systems Governance & Continuous Improvement

• Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure systems and processes operate cohesively
• Contribute to governance, prioritisation and delivery of system enhancements
• Identify and drive ongoing improvements across systems, data and processes
• Promote consistent, effective use of systems across the organisation

About You

You’re a systems-savvy, detail-oriented professional who enjoys working at the intersection of technology, data and people. You bring a strong understanding of how people systems support the employee lifecycle, and you’re confident navigating complexity, improving processes and turning data into insights.

You’ll bring:

• Demonstrated experience working with HRIS’s, workforce management, LMS’s and payroll platforms (we're using Cornerstone, Humanforce and Momentus to name a few!)
• Strong analytical capability, with the ability to interpret data and generate meaningful insights
• Experience building reports and dashboards (e.g. Excel, Power BI or similar tools)
• A passion for improving processes and driving efficiency across systems and workflows
• High attention to detail and commitment to data integrity
• Strong stakeholder engagement and change management skills and the ability to translate technical concepts clearly
• A collaborative, solutions-focused mindset and a proactive approach to continuous improvement

Melbourne Park Values

At Melbourne Park, how you work matters just as much as what you achieve. We are looking for someone who embodies and champions the values of Collaboration, Open-Mindedness, Integrity and Passion.

Why Melbourne Park?

To deliver world-class events with world-class customer experiences – for every person, every event, every time – Melbourne Park fosters an environment where people can thrive both professionally and personally.

What’s on Offer

• Work at one of Australia’s most iconic sporting & entertainment precincts
• Be part of a collaborative, high-performing People & Culture team
• Play a key role in shaping systems, data and workforce insights
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities
• Generous paid Family & Carers leave, including supported return to work
• Free 24/7 wellbeing and safety support through Sonder
• Access to team member ticket programs
• Free onsite parking
• Ongoing inclusion and cultural initiatives

How to apply / What to expect

Level Up Collective have been exclusively retained by Melbourne Park to recruit this role and will be handling all applications. Please apply online with a copy of your resume, or for any questions please reach out via email: ***email_hidden***

We will be considering applicants as they come in, so please apply online in the first instance.

Successful applicants will be required to complete pre-employment screening, including but not limited to a National Police Check and Working with Children Check.

Melbourne Park is an equal opportunity employer and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds. If you require reasonable adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact ***email_hidden*** to discuss further.