What is a Data Technician?
Data Technicians help organisations work with accurate, organised information. You collect data from trusted sources, check and format it, and present it so colleagues can use it. You also carry out basic analysis, validate results and explain findings, usually with guidance from a more experienced colleague. You could work in finance, retail, education, healthcare or other sectors, supporting analysts and business teams with the information they need.
Your responsibilities
- Collect data securely from approved and trusted sources
- Check records for errors, missing information and inconsistent formats
- Organise and format data so others can review and analyse it
- Combine information from different sources as directed
- Use basic statistical methods to analyse data and cross-check results for accuracy
- Present information through tables, charts, reports and discussions
- Store and share data securely, following relevant legislation and organisational procedures
What You'll need
Core skills
- Accuracy and attention to detail when handling information
- Confidence with basic numeracy and digital tools
- A methodical approach to checking and organising records
- Communication skills to explain data to colleagues
What You'll Gain
Transferable skills
- Keeping information organised and easy to retrieve
- Checking work carefully and identifying possible errors
- Managing routine tasks and meeting agreed deadlines
- Recognising when to ask for help or clarification
What You'll Use
Key skills
English
- Read instructions and explain what a dataset contains
- Write clear notes about sources, checks and corrections
Maths
- Calculate totals, percentages and averages for routine reports
- Compare figures and recognise unusual or inconsistent results
IT
- Use spreadsheets to sort, filter, format and check data
- Work with databases and reporting systems using approved access
Role opportunities
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