Cara Smith

Cara Smith is a seasoned data science professional with extensive experience across various industries, including energy, mining, and defense. Currently serving as a Senior Data Scientist at Western Power since May 2022, Cara previously held roles such as Finance Data Analyst at Chevron and Data Science Specialist at Horizon Power. Previous experience includes senior positions at Water Corporation and Rio Tinto, where significant contributions involved optimizing data processing and developing decision-making tools for rail systems. With a strong academic background including a Master of Data Science from UNSW and dual Bachelor's degrees in Mathematics & Statistics and Applied Computational Physics from Murdoch University, Cara has demonstrated expertise in data analysis, simulation, and model development throughout a diverse career.