Project Scheduler - Production & Maintenance Planning - Defence Industry
Saab Australia is an industry participant in the Combat Systems Integration - Integrated Project Team (CSI-IPT) Collaboration Agreement (CSI-IPT CCA). The CSI-IPT CCA forms a collaborative enterprise organisation to execute scopes of work across Hobart Class Destroyer (SEA**** Phase 6 and other related Destroyer Capability Enhancement upgrades) and the Hunter Class Frigates (HCFs - SEA**** Phase 1). This will bring independently executed programs such as SEA**** Phase 6 and SEA**** Phase 1 under one umbrella enterprise organisation, the CSI-IPT.
The opportunity
Saab Australia, along with two other industry participants and the Commonwealth of Australia, will collectively form the CSI-IPT. The team works across multiple programmes to leverage synergies between platforms.
The role
The Project Scheduler will be accountable for the effective development, update, and maintenance of the CSI-IPT Test and Production Team's Integrated Supplementary Production and Maintenance Schedules and associated performance baseline. The position also involves contributing to process and policy documentation related to the Integrated Supplementary Schedule Environment.
Key responsibilities include:
Develop and maintain the team's Integrated Supplementary Schedule for Production, Test, and Maintenance activities.
Develop and maintain the Performance Measurement Baseline.
Lead the analysis and reporting of the Schedule Critical Path, Critical Activities, and Milestones.
Manage Schedule Health using CSI-IPT's schedule guidance (DCMA).
Develop and maintain resource demand and utilisation data to support capacity planning.
Prepare and present data and reports on delivery performance, schedule adherence, resource capacity and utilisation.
Improve the overall schedule health of the Test and Production Team's Integrated Supplementary Production and Maintenance Schedules.
Provide scheduling support and advice to the Test and Production Team.
Assist with the integration and deconfliction of the schedules.
Provide SME advice and guidance to stakeholders regarding scheduling activities.
Flexible work arrangements such as hybrid work from home / office and 9-day fortnight.
About you
Your skills and experience include:
A degree in project management, business, commercial or engineering (desirable).
Project management experience within a project-oriented organisation (desirable).
Detailed understanding of project management methodologies and principles of project planning, scheduling and project controls.
Earned Value Management practices or techniques (desirable).
Experience in a defence acquisition environment (desirable).
Experience in a maintenance, production or test environment (desirable).
Scheduling experience (essential).
Team-first mentality (essential).
Ability to interact effectively with colleagues across a range of teams and disciplines.
Well-developed self-management skills including the initiative to deliver outputs on time and to quality.
Strong written and verbal communication.
Strong literacy and numeracy.
Microsoft Office suite, especially Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
Project management software such as Open Plan Professional (OPP), Microsoft Project and Cobra.
As a defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must hold an Australian Defence Security Clearance to NV1 level or have the ability to gain one. Information about past and present nationality and citizenship may be requested to check eligibility for access to materials controlled under various export control regimes, including ITAR.
About us
Saab Australia is a defence, security and cyber solutions provider, specialising in the development and integration of major defence and security systems. For over 35 years in Australia, we have built a reputation for delivering complex systems integration projects that provide proven and advanced capabilities to keep us ahead of today's challenges.
Our portfolio spans combat, communications, security, underwater systems, mixed reality, cyber security and deployable health solutions. Saab delivers high-technology solutions for defence forces and civil industries worldwide.
Apply today to join our crew and deliver solutions with purpose
What you will be part of
Explore possibilities, take on challenges, create smart inventions and grow beyond. Join a culture that brings together curiosity, bravery and collaboration. Your contribution matters.
Culture and benefits
We employ over **** Australians and are committed to fostering a culture of excellence and enriching the employee experience.
As a valued team member, you'll benefit from:
6 weeks paid leave each year.
14% superannuation.
Free Income Protection Insurance.
Flexible working options.
Access to the Saab shares matching scheme.
Access to MySaab – our online store offering cash-back and exclusive partner discounts.
For further information about a career at Saab, visit the Saab career page at markets/australia/careers/saab-life.
Applications
Click 'Apply' to submit your CV and cover letter. This is an ongoing recruitment process and the position may be filled before the closing date. We encourage early applications to avoid disappointment.
By submitting an application you consent to workforce screening activities including reference checks, Australian Federal Police check, verification of working rights, sanctions screening and a pre-employment medical declaration.
Saab Australia is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants. We welcome individuals with culturally diverse backgrounds, ex-service members, veterans and families.
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