Business Analyst - Data & Analytics

Job Title: Business Analyst - Data & Analytics
Division: Group
Location: UK, Remote
Purpose of Role:

Support the Weir business through the development of a data platform and data intensive solutions. Working as a member of the Data & Analytics team within Information Systems & Technology, the team and this role supports the needs of the many business groups across Weir and will be pivotal in advancing our Data & Analytics agenda.

The role is focused on engaging the various business teams to analyse, define and deliver the current and target state requirements and solutions for the delivery of data and analytics capabilities. Working very much as the interface between the architects and engineers in the Data & Analytics team and the business teams, this role will establish the “what, why and how” from a business and process perspective and translate this into requirements and outcomes for the technical team to progress.

The role is within a globally distributed team and the ideal candidate will be highly collaborative, a self-starter, a champion for the team, and passionate about delivering quality solutions.

Why choose Weir:
Be part of a global organization dedicated to building a better future: At Weir, the growing world depends on us. It depends on us constantly reinventing, quickly adapting and continually finding better, faster, more sustainable ways to access the resources it needs to thrive. And it depends on each of us doing the best work of our lives. It’s a big challenge – but it is exciting.
An opportunity to grow your own way: Everything moves fast in the dynamic world of Weir. This creates opportunities for us to take on new challenges, explore new areas, learn, progress and excel. Best of all, there is no set path that our people must take. Instead, everyone is given the support and freedom to tailor-make their own career and do the best work of their lives.
Feel empowered to be yourself and belong: Weir is a welcoming, inclusive place, where each individual’s contribution is recognized and all employees are encouraged to innovate, collaborate and be themselves. We continually focus on people and their wellbeing. We believe in fairness and choose to be honest, transparent and authentic in everything we do.
Key Responsibilities:

Engage, Analyse, Define and Describe business needs and outcomes related to data and analytics

Collaborates and provides guidance to the broader community on data and analytics best practice.

Research and Understand Data & Analytics Technology and Non-technology Trends:

Understand and track latest trends in data and analytics capabilities and tech

Safety First: Demonstrate 100% commitment to our zero harm behaviors in support of our drive towards developing a world class safety culture.
Job Knowledge/Education and Qualifications:

Founded in 1871, Weir is a world leading engineering business with a purpose to make mining operations smarter, more efficient and sustainable. Thanks to Weir’s technology, our customers can produce essential metals and minerals using less energy, water and waste at lower cost. With the increasing need for metals and minerals for climate change solutions, Weir colleagues are playing their part in powering a low carbon future. We are a global family of 11,000 uniquely talented people in over 60 counties, inspiring each other to do the best work of our lives.

Weir is committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, age, or any other legally protected status.