Canberra QinetiQ is a global technology and engineering company that exists to protect lives and secure the future. We deliver mission-critical services and systems to Defence, national security, and essential industry. Our determination to deliver and improve today, and anticipate and improve tomorrow, makes QinetiQ a very exciting and rewarding place to work and learn.
If you're driven by purpose, passionate about solving complex problems, and ready to make a real impact along with having a strong attention to detail, there’s never been a better time to join us. With a presence in the United Kingdom, United States, Australia, Canada and Germany, we bring global expertise to local challenges, helping build Australia’s sovereign industrial capability for the future. A job less ordinary!
Join us and contribute to capability outcomes that help protect our nation’s security. In support of upcoming programs of work, we’re building a pipeline of talented project and program scheduler's who are keen to contribute to significant, often complex and always impactful defence-oriented programs. If you excel in customer facing environments, relish problem solving and can bring calming clarity to challenging projects along with having a solid attention to detail - we are keen to hear from you.
We are also looking for the successful candidates to have experience working with OPP (Open Plan Professional). If impactful work and a rewarding career in the company of other passionate people appeals to you, please register your interest! If a suitable opportunity doesn’t present itself immediately, we’ll be happy to keep your details on file or future consideration.
As an ideal candidate, you’ll present with demonstrated experience in your project and program scheduler field of expertise, ideally underpinned by relevant qualifications. As every opportunity is unique,
we’re open to hearing from people with varied experiences in either or both above and below the line programs. Due to the nature of the opportunities, current Australian defence security clearance is essential (ideally NV1 of higher but candidates with Baseline clearance are also encouraged to register interest).
Keen to learn more? Confidential enquiries are welcome and may be directed to Katrina Thorburn, Talent Acquisition Specialist via email;
[email protected] or via phone during business hours (0475 922 069). Looking for an Employer with Benefits?
At QinetiQ, our competitive remuneration and benefits package support your evolving needs throughout your career. You’ll share in the company’s success and be rewarded for your own. We’ll invest in your professional development and provide an inclusive environment for you to succeed.
Some of our benefits include: Access to LinkedIn Learning
Flexible work
Purchased leave program & loyalty leave
Up to 18 weeks paid parental leave
Annual incentive scheme
Complimentary salary continuance insurance
Annual volunteering leave with Operation Give Back
Relaxed dress code As the defence industry in Australia grows, it is an exciting time to join QinetiQ. What the company looks like today will be different to that of tomorrow as we navigate an ever-changing world. To innovate for our customers' advantage we value the need for diversity of thought in everything we do.
We provide a flexible and inclusive environment where our people can bring their whole selves to work, meaningfully contribute and have equal opportunity to succeed. We actively seek applications from people who come from diverse backgrounds and experiences. Aligned with our Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Reconciliation Action Plan, we also encourage applications from women, veterans and First Nations people.
QinetiQ conducts pre-employment screening, including but not limited to identity verification and police checks, for all preferred candidates.
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