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Learn how a merit list or pool may be used
Applicants suitable for the role but not offered the position for the current vacancy, may be placed in a merit list or pool. If the applicant agrees, the results may be shared with other Australian Public Service (APS) agencies for filling similar roles. Applicants may be offered a future role, without the need to reapply. A merit list or pool may be used for up to 18 months.
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As an EL 1 Scheduler, you will work in a team with cost estimators and data analysts across a range of projects to develop and analyse life cycle cost estimates. You will assist in building team capability, and develop the quality of schedule analysis undertaken by others in team. You will provide detailed advice in relation to complex work; contribute to strategic planning, program and project management; and design and recommend solutions to issues affecting the achievement of desired outcomes.
The main responsibilities of this role are to:
- Summarise integrated project schedules into analysis schedules;
- Research and discover Schedule Estimation Relationships to use as benchmarks for assessing the deliverability of integrated project schedules;
- Conduct quick look reviews to validate the magnitude of integrated project schedules using probabilistic analysis;
- Develop and maintain a database of activity durations for standard Defence activities;
- Incorporate cost and schedule risk into the analysis model in order to conduct and report on Joint Analysis of Cost and Schedule to inform senior decision makers;
- Develop and use a framework for continuous improvement in schedule estimation and schedule assurance; and
- Create schedules to help manage work efforts within Force Options and Plans branch.
About our Team
Force Structure Cost Analysis directorate is the lead for generating initial cost estimates for projects prior to their entry in the Defence Integrated Investment Portfolio. Our primary role is to provide robust, defensible cost estimates and cost assurance to inform decisions about the prioritisation of future Defence Capability, Information and Communications Technology, and Security and Estate projects.
The team supports Force Options and Plans branch to deliver enhanced force design by providing advice to decision makers on the likelihood project cost estimates and schedules are achievable at various stages of the Force Design and Assurance process.
Our vision is for a strategic and innovative workplace with a positive, professional, high performing and inclusive workforce. Our focus is on achieving results, delivering quality products, and building a positive professional reputation through how we work as a team and with others.
Our Ideal Candidate
As a member of this team, you will work collaboratively with APS, military and contractor personnel to deliver cost estimation functions to support future force design.
We are seeking a candidate who:
- Has experience as a project/program scheduler AND/OR has a strong STEM background;
- Enjoys research and data collection;
- Had excellent pattern recognition to identify trends in large seemingly un-curated data sets;
- Can apply, or rapidly acquire, understanding of broader Defence policy and strategic objectives;
- Has a demonstrated ability to work in multi-disciplinary teams, including experience in mentoring/training;
- Demonstrates a sense of curiosity;
- Is IT literate (refer to desirable qualifications, experience or training);
- Is a confident communicator; and
- Is collaborative, agile and effective in managing stakeholder relationships.
Security Clearance:
Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance at "Negative Vetting Level 1".
RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Under the RecruitAbility scheme you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under the scheme; declare you have a disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the job. For more information visit: https://www.apsc.gov.au/recruitability. This initiative/program is only applicable where the successful applicant will be employed under the Public Service Act 1999. Similar conditions may apply when employed under other Acts. For clarification please contact the agency.
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The Department of Defence employs around 18,000 Australian Public Service (APS) employees. Defence APS employees work in a wide variety of critical roles, Australia wide, enabling our three services Navy, Army and Air Force, to do their job. Defence has a range of Australian Public Service (APS) career opportunities that offer interesting, challenging, and unique work. Our workforce includes administrative support, accountants, intelligence analysts, engineers, policy advisors, graphic designers, lawyers, social workers, IT specialists and contract managers to name a few. We offer a rewarding career that includes professional development, work-life balance, recognition, a flexible and supportive work environment and a diverse workforce. To find out more about a career with Defence please visit https://www.defence.gov.au/jobs-careers
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