Job Description
Full-time | 17-month maximum term (maternity cover)
Ranked #8 "Best Places to Work ****"
Purpose driven work with impact
Location
Flexible for the right candidates
We're looking for two Resource Planners to join our Talent & Capability team, helping us make the best use of our people across projects and priorities.
You'll work at the centre of Nova's operations, connecting capability with opportunity and using data-driven insights to guide workforce decisions that keep projects moving and people engaged.
Reporting to the Resourcing Manager, you'll support Nova's MSP, Integrated Solutions, and International sectors by maintaining visibility of our workforce and upcoming demand.
Through analysis and collaboration, you'll help determine the most effective resourcing approach, whether that's redeploying internal talent, engaging our supply chain, or partnering with the Talent Acquisition team to source externally.
If you've worked in resource planning, workforce scheduling, or similar roles where you've analysed demand, worked with data insights to help inform decisions, and advised on the best way to meet workforce needs, this is a great opportunity to apply your experience in a complex, purpose-driven environment.
What You'll Be Involved With
Maintaining real-time visibility of resource availability and project allocations
Matching consultants to opportunities based on capability and availability
Developing proactive resourcing plans for bids and pipeline signals
Coordinating assignments and communicating expectations
Promoting internal mobility and supporting career development
Managing accurate workforce data and producing utilisation reports
Partnering with business leaders and project managers to gather requirements
Working closely with the Talent Acquisition and People Partnering teams
Liaising with subcontractor management to ensure optimal resource mix
What We Would Like From You
Experience in resource coordination, workforce planning, scheduling, or project management
Strong data management and reporting skills
Excellent interpersonal skills for stakeholder engagement
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with workforce planning tools
Understanding of internal mobility and workforce optimisation principles
Experience in consulting, Defence, engineering, or government projects
Australian citizen with the ability to obtain an AGSVA 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 wellbeing 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 event : Great way to connect more broadly and strengthen your internal networks and have some fun
Wellbeing Hub with access to health and fitness content
Access to Defence Health and Travel Insurance
Free Flu Vaccination annually
Novated Leasing and 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 on our website.
Nova Systems does not accept any recruitment agency solicitation.
Nova Systems is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, where everyone feels safe, valued, and included, where our people are our point of difference.
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.
To find out more about our commitment to Reconciliation, please visit our website.
To find out more about our commitment to Reconciliation - Nova Systems RAP
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.
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