Job Description

As theScheduler for Austal Defence Australia (ADA), you'll be responsible for program planning and scheduling. Reporting to the SSA Planning & Scheduling Manager, this role supports the development and maintenance of program schedules across production, engineering, procurement, and related functions, ensuring alignment with required standards and contractual requirements.

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About Austal

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Austal isAustralia's global shipbuilder, Defence prime contractor; and maritime technology partner of choice. We design, construct, and support defence and commercial vessels for the world's leading operators with operations spanning Australia, the USA, Philippines, and Vietnam.

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Under the Strategic Shipbuilding Agreement, Austal is leading a new era of continuous naval shipbuilding in Western Australia. We're driving innovation, supporting sovereign capability, and creating long‐term opportunities for Australian industry and workers.

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This is your prospect to contribute to projects of national significance. The maritime is now.

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What's Involved

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- Support and maintain the Planning and Scheduling Framework, ensuring alignment with program goals, contractual requirements, and industry best practices
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- Support and drive a culture of continuous improvement and adherence to scheduling standards and processes across project and programs
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- Introduce best practice in planning across the project management lifecycle and aligned to new materials and product planning capabilities
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- Provide expert guidance on scheduling in an Earned Value Management (EVM) environments with strong program controls to ensure schedules are accurate, defensible,



and meet strategic objectives
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- Communicate schedule performance results, risk, and changes effectively to stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment across all levels of the organisation
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- Montior and report on schedule performance, conduct variance analysis, and implement correct actions to ensure projects stay on track
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- Oversee resource management and allocation, ensuring optimal utilisation across multiple projects and driving continuous improvement in scheduling processes and tools
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You'll Need

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- 2-3 years experience in marine, defence, or complex manufacturing or production industries
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- Minimum certificate 101, 102 Primavera training/or relevant experience working in a Primavera scheduling role
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- High attention to detail and accuracy
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- Results orientated, purses improvements and outcomes while maintaining risk awareness
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Eligible to obtain and maintain an Australian Defence Security Clearance.

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- Earned Value Management System and Defence contract experience
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Why Join Us?

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- Competitive compensation and benefits package.
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- Professional development and training opportunities.
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- A supportive and dynamic work environment
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- Opportunities for career advancement within our growing organisation.
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At Austal we are committed to providing a safe and inclusive work environment for all. We believe that achieving greater diversity will enhance our operations and as such we actively encourage Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islanders, people of all backgrounds, ages, sexual orientation, and those with Disability to apply. Veterans are also encouraged to apply.

📌 Scheduler (City of Cockburn)
🏢 Austal-7
📍 City of Cockburn