Job Description

Project Support Officer - Scheduler and Governance Adelaide

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Join to apply for the Project Support Officer - Scheduler and Governance Adelaide role at Downer Skilled Services

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Join our Downer Professional Services team and play a key role in delivering complex defence and national security projects that safeguard Australia's future.

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Downer Professional Services is comprised of two business units, our Technical, Advisory, and Capability consulting practice and Team Downer, a major service partner to Defence. Together, we are a multi-disciplinary advisory and delivery partner of choice for our clients in Defence and National Security.

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We currently have an opportunity for a Project Support Officer in Canberra to work on a Submarine project.

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What You'll Do

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- Provide strategic schedule reporting and analysis for the Technical Division.
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- Coordinate and maintain supporting schedule documentation.
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- Support governance reporting through weekly status updates, financial tracking, and milestone progress.
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- Maintain and monitor project registers (risks, issues, actions), contributing to risk mitigation planning and resolution.
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- Conduct regular schedule health checks and impact analysis on the Technical Capability schedule.
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What You'll Bring

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- Proven ability to manage detailed project schedules, resource plans, and reporting tools to support milestone delivery.
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- Strong coordination skills across workforce planning, task tracking, and issue resolution in dynamic environments.
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- Experience maintaining project registers and supporting risk mitigation strategies to ensure delivery continuity.
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- Effective stakeholder engagement and communication across internal teams and external partners.
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- Familiarity with Defence or infrastructure programs, with proficiency in MS Project,



Excel, and governance reporting.
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Due to the nature of the work, you are required to currently hold and maintain a minimum Negative Vetting 1 or higher Security clearance as required by the Commonwealth. In some instances, compliance with International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) requirements may also be an inherent requirement.

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More than anything, you'll bring a strong work ethic, a positive attitude, and a commitment to delivering high‐quality outcomes for our clients.

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Why Downer Professional Services

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At Downer Professional Services, we're not just a workplace – we're a business dedicated to contributing to the shaping of the future of defence in Australia. As the country's only sovereign prime, we're committed to making a real difference in protecting Australia's interests.

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What is means to belong at Downer Professional Services

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- Meaningful work: Help to deliver critical Defence projects that protect Australia and shape its future.
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- Professional development: Access career mapping, accelerated learning programs, and shared learning through our Communities of Practice.
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- Great perks: Enjoy discounts on healthcare, retail, vehicles, and more through Perks@Downer.
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- Veteran support: Benefit from initiatives like up to 20 days of Reservist Leave to stay connected post-service.
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Downer Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including First Nations people and those from culturally and linguistically diverse communities.

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Seniority level

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Associate

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Employment type

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Full‐time

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Job function

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Project Management

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Industries

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Defense and Space Manufacturing

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📌 Project Support Officer - Scheduler and Governance Adelaide (South Australia)
🏢 Downer Professional Services
📍 South Australia