About the Role

As a Project Scheduler you will be supporting key EW projects within EWIS delivering and sustaining critical Defence capability in support of Australia's war fighters in executing Defence's mission to defend Australia and its national interests.

You will bring your scheduling expertise and experience to coordinate the various elements required to ensure project success.

Responsibilities

- Sequencing approved workpacks during dockings to ensure logical flow and adherence to dependencies
- Deconflicting work activities to ensure safe and efficient execution
- Maintaining and updating the integrated docking schedule
- Adjusting schedules in response to new defects or work-in-way
- Maintaining an accurate forecast of remaining work and docking progress.
- Identifying schedule risks and opportunities, and recommending effective mitigation strategies
- Support with schedule impact analysis and forecasting
- Provide high-quality inputs and analysis for internal and client reporting

Qualifications

- Experience in planning and/or project scheduling, preferably within Defence but other industries will be considered
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
- Experience with OPP/MS Project or similar scheduling tools
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Ability to work autonomously and manage multiple priorities
- Australian citizenship with NV2 (preferred) security clearance or the ability to obtain one
- Able to influence and guide clients
- Team player, flexible and ability to work under pressure to deliver quality products to deadlines
- 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.

Advantages

- 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 well-being 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!
- Well-being Hub with access to health and fitness content
- Defence Health and Travel Insurance
- Free Flu Vaccination annually
- Novated Leasing and Salary Sacrifice
- Nova Employee 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!

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📌 Project Scheduler (Canberra)
🏢 Nova Systems
📍 Canberra