Trainee Data Engineer

In this role, you will assist BI and Systems teams with the development, implementation and provision of data quality and verification, transformation and extraction to support the port's in-house Business Intelligence team using Microsoft tools. 

You will deliver on the IT Strategy and ensure the provision of data and modelling is available to the BI Team as they deliver on key business priorities and support business growth.

Due to the nature of this role, an understanding of business operations and translating this back to system processes and the implications on data availability/design is key.

Key responsibilities:

• Demonstrate enthusiasm and willingness to explore systems to understand end to end functionality and opportunities for analysis working with all stakeholders to identify how these areas could be enhanced.
• Assist the BI and Systems teams with the promotion of BI tools and systems across the business.
• Support access control and governance of data with the group BI suite.
• Demonstrate the ability to help deliver insights and support to the business through technical skills and delivery.
• Enhance knowledge of building Power BI models utilising DAX expressions and implement row level security.
• Support, Problem solving and Initial investigation of issues, discrepancies within the platform and escalate these to the third-party support vendors.

We are looking for someone who can demonstrate sufficient knowledge and experience of the Company's business systems and infrastructure. Part of this position will be in the helpdesk and 24x7 on-call rota, and so flexibility is important for success in this role.

Hybrid working options will be available subject to line manager approval and an initial settling in period.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Ideally educated to a degree level or equivalent in an IT related subject.
• Capability to manage a busy and varied workload whilst prioritising key requirements in a fast-paced IT environment.
• Excellent problem solving and analytical skills to identify areas for development and for making improvements to operational efficiency.
• Competent skills in using MS office suite.
• Some knowledge of Azure Data factory, Oracle and Ms SQL databases, developing PBI models/reports, dashboards and how to articulate business requirements would be advantageous.

At Forth Ports, our people are our priority, and we are committed to creating a flexible, open, and supportive working culture. As part of our team, you will enjoy:

•  A competitive salary
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• A defined pension scheme and life assurance
• Health promotion events and employee wellbeing initiatives
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for you and your family
• Cycle to work scheme and on-site free parking
• Attractive Family Friendly Policies
• Employee discount platform offering discounts on UK-wide restaurants, car rentals, and holidays
• GymFlex health club memberships

 We value diversity and inclusivity, and we are an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and will consider all applications for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability status.

 How to Apply:

If you are looking to start your career as a Trainee Data Engineer as part of a forward-thinking and supportive team, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a cover letter when submitting your application via this link.