Join us and experience Bunnings from the other side of the counter! What’s in it for you when you’re part of our team: Team discount at Bunnings and other Wesfarmers brands including Kmart, Target and Officeworks to name a few Free standard OnePass membership Access to over 100 exclusive team member benefits across health, shopping, travel and stay, wealth, work and leave 12 weeks paid parental leave, regardless of gender Fun stuff like annual festive gifts, discounted food and drinks at our Bunnings Cafe, and travelling store team member opportunities We’re genuinely invested in your career and no matter where you start with us, that pathway is yours to build At Bunnings, we’re on a mission to transform how data and AI shape decisions, improve customer experiences, and create business value at scale. We are seeking a Head of Analytics & Machine Learning to lead this transformation, embedding advanced analytics, machine learning, and self-service BI across the enterprise. The Role As Head of Analytics & Machine Learning, you’ll define and execute our analytics and ML strategy, building a modern, scalable platform on Azure and Snowflake . You’ll drive adoption of Power BI self-service , operationalise ML models, and enable teams across Bunnings to use data as a strategic asset. This role blends strategic leadership with hands-on expertise , ensuring measurable business outcomes while fostering a strong culture of data literacy and innovation. You’ll lead a team of data scientists, ML engineers, BI specialists and developers , supported by partnerships with OneDigital, Flybuys, vendors, and SaaS/cloud providers. What You’ll Do Define and deliver the analytics & ML strategy aligned to business priorities. Build and maintain a secure, scalable platform using Azure, Snowflake, and MLOps frameworks . Lead the rollout of self-service analytics with Power BI , driving adoption and governance. Translate business opportunities into actionable data products, insights, and ML solutions. Partner with senior stakeholders to deliver measurable, customer-focused outcomes. Lead, mentor, and grow a high-performing analytics and ML team. Ensure governance, compliance, and ethical AI practices. Stay ahead of emerging tech and trends in analytics, ML, and AI. About You You are a visionary leader with a proven track record in BI, advanced analytics, and machine learning at enterprise scale. You thrive on influencing senior stakeholders, shaping strategy, and driving adoption of new ways of working. You’ll bring: 15 years’ experience leading data and analytics teams in complex environments. Deep expertise in BI, ML, data platforms, and cloud ecosystems (Azure, Snowflake preferred). Strong understanding of data modelling, SQL, data lakes, and governance frameworks . Exceptional problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills. Ability to inspire teams, manage competing priorities, and lead through change. Why Bunnings? We’re building the best data and AI capability in Australian retail. Here, you’ll have the scale, resources, and support to deliver transformational impact while working in a collaborative, people-first culture guided by integrity, respect, teamwork, achievement, and innovation . Join us and lead the future of analytics and AI at Bunnings. You’ll be part of a workplace where you’ll feel like you belong. Bunnings strives to ensure everyone is treated fairly and our team are committed to supporting you at any stage of your recruitment journey. Be sure to let us know if you require an adjustment and we can provide the most appropriate support for you. If you have the experience, skills and a passion to grow but don't necessarily nail every single point in the job description, please still apply. Contact us at jobs@bunnings.com.au and a member of the team will be in touch. About Us Bunnings is the leading retailer of home improvement and lifestyle products in Australia and New Zealand. We’re a major supplier to project builders, commercial tradespeople and the housing industry operating from a network of stores, trade centres, frame and truss sites and online. By joining our passionate and diverse team, you’ll have the opportunity to grow, develop, have fun and make a positive difference – to our customers and the communities where we live and work. If you’re ready to roll up your sleeves and build something great together, apply today. Please note if you are offered a role with us, background checks may be required. This can include police, employment, medical and qualification checks. If a police check search returns a criminal record, Bunnings will assess whether the record impacts your ability to perform the key requirements of the role.
