About the Role
Join our experienced MSP AIR Project Controls team as a Project Scheduler/Integration Specialist, assisting to integrate select projects from OPP into our Cobra Cost Forecasting tool.
You will be part of a energetic team working with a range of CASG priority projects uplifting schedule quality and supporting Defence priorities.
You'll work closely with project schedulers, across Defence, troubleshooting, and providing expert advice and technical solutions, to complex problems.
This role can be based in Melbourne, Canberra, Sydney, Brisbane or Adelaide.
What You'll Be Involved With
As a Project Scheduler/Integration Specialist you will support and empower others through coaching and training and you will be responsible for:
Supporting Open Plan (OPP) schedule health check remediation in preparation for Cobra Integration
Identifying and resolving complex problems in OPP and Cobra
Facilitating Cobra Training for project teams
Integration of project schedules into Cobra Cost tool (projects range in complexity)
Providing high-quality Cobra inputs and analysis for internal and client reporting
Importing and cleaning schedules while maintaining data integrity and controlled access
Identifying schedule risks and opportunities, and recommending effective mitigation strategies
Supporting the Risk Lead with schedule impact analysis and forecasting
Ad hoc continuous improvement of any guidelines and training materials
What We Would Like From You
Experience in project scheduling or project cost control , preferably within Defence
Strong understanding of COBRA and OPP systems, to support accurate cost and schedule reporting on defence programs
Experience integrating and troubleshooting COBRA data flows to maintain reporting accuracy
Strong understanding of project management methodologies, cost forecasting and project lifecycles
Experience coaching and supporting others
Experience working in a change management environment
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Ability to work autonomously and manage multiple priorities
Able to influence and guide clients
Team player, flexible and ability to work under pressure to deliver quality products to deadlines
Australian citizenship with Baseline or NV1 (preferred) security clearance
Life at Nova - it all adds up!




With people being our point of difference, we deliver on promises, reward good work, champion professional growth and support flexibility, all within a diverse and inclusive culture that recognises moments that matter.
Life at Nova is our collection of employee benefits, designed to meet the many and varied needs of our people.
Just a few of the great benefits you will have access to are:
Generous Parental Leave: Primary Carers receive 20 weeks paid leave; Partner Carers receive 4 weeks.
Full superannuation contributions for up to 52 weeks
Professional and Personal Development: Up to $5,000 per year of allowance with PD leave included.
Up to $750 per year can be used towards wellbeing such as a gym membership or assets related to well-being activities
Additional Leave: Ranges from - Reserve, Loyalty, Emergency Services, Purchased (up to 2 weeks), and Community Service
Flexibility: We promote a culture that encourages and enables flexible ways of working that support our people
Dress For Your Day: We empower our people to determine their outfit for the activities of the day which allows for personal expression that builds trust
Reward & Recognition Program: Offering exclusive discounts from hundreds of major retailers, helping you to save on groceries, petrol, holidays, and more
Employee Assistance Program: for employees and family members
Annual Nova employee engagement: Great way to connect more broadly and strengthen your internal networks and have some fun!
Wellbeing Hubwith access to health and fitness content
Access toDefence Health and Travel Insurance
Free Flu Vaccinationannually
Novated Leasingand Salary Sacrifice
Nova Employee Company Share Offer
An inclusive, collaborative, and supportive culture
Social activities throughout the year, we even dress up at times, think Safari - we don't like to take ourselves too seriously!




You can view the full range of benefits at au/careers/life-at-nova-systems
Veteran
Nova Systems is a Veteran Employment Supporter of the Veteran Employment Program.
We value the skills Veterans bring and encourage Veterans and Defence partners to apply.
Nova supports our Veterans through reserve leave and top-up pay entitlements.
No need to tailor the use of Defence language in your resume, we prefer to see this however, please let us know if you need support with your application.
We also ensure all applications receive a response and feedback when appropriate.
ITAR
As a Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian Citizens and eligible to obtain and maintain an appropriate clearance.
International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role.
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NOVA SYSTEMS
Nova Systems is Australia's largest privately-owned Defence company with global reach.
We are leaders in capability assurance and systems integration solving complex challenges in innovative ways.
We are relied on to develop and test capabilities critical to national security and safety.
We are trusted to integrate mission systems solutions and develop software and products that protect lives every day.
For 25 years, Nova has brought a different perspective.
From national Defence and essential services to border control and cyber security, these are the challenges we partner with our clients to anticipate, understand, and solve.
We have strategically located offices in Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Norway, and Singapore.
But what makes Nova Systems truly unique, is our people.
Nova Systems is where the best and brightest minds come together to challenge, collaborate, and innovate.
At Nova Systems, we see things differently.
Nova Systems respectfully acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land and waters in which we live and work, and we pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging.
Nova Systems also acknowledges the services of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who have contributed to defending Australia and its national interests.
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📌 Project Scheduler (Melbourne)
🏢 Nova Systems
📍 Melbourne