About Us
Boeing Defence Australia (BDA) is shaping the future of aerospace and delivering some of the nation's most important programs for the Australian Defence Force. We are leaders in the Defence Industry, delivering cutting-edge technology to our customers and proactively solving challenges posed by the complex and ever-changing Defence landscape.
Joining us is a chance to make your mark, working with a diverse team that is united in pushing the boundaries of imagination and excellence. As a BDA employee, you will join other innovative people who have the critical skills required to develop and deliver world class capabilities and systems that protect Australia and its national interests.
This is your opportunity to contribute to the future of the evolving Australian Defence environment. Advance your career with BDA where you'll be inspired, encouraged and empowered without limits.
Position Overview
We are looking for a skilled scheduler practitioner / program planner to lead program planning efforts. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing planning artifacts, coordinating schedule updates, and delivering comprehensive schedule execution reporting and analysis. Based in the Brisbane office as part of the Integrated Planning & Scheduling Office (IPSO), you will spend the majority of your time deployed to support the needs of many different executing projects.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead program planning initiatives to ensure project alignment with strategic goals.
* Develop and maintain planning artifacts to support project execution.
* Coordinate and execute schedule status updates to keep stakeholders informed.
* Deliver schedule execution reporting and analysis to identify trends and areas for improvement.
* Manage complex schedule baseline updates (BCR) to reflect project changes.
* Lead complex schedule development efforts that align with program execution plans.
* Provide surge campaign support to meet project demands.
* Support first-line tool support for BDAs schedule tools suite, including technical troubleshooting and configuration support
* Lead and assist in the delivery of IPSO functional training, in support of professional development of IP&S practioners
* Conduct ACP audits to ensure compliance with established standards.
* Ensure tool compliance with BDA directives and standards, ensuring remediation plans are coordinated and completed
* Assist in the development and implement processes and policies to align with tool deployment
Qualifications:
* 10+ years of experience in scheduling or program planning with 3+ years within the defence industry, or a relevant degree with 3+ years within the defence industry
* Extensive experience in operating Project Scheduling & Earned Value in a commercial environment
* Strong knowledge of project planning principles and techniques to achieve desired project outcome, including resource management
* Strong Knowledge of planning & scheduling theory, concepts and principles required to deliver project outcomes
* Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
* Develops collaborative relationships in a team-based environment and builds rapport and trust among stakeholders
* Prior experience with OPP & Cobra in the Defence Industry will be advantageous although not required.
* Applicants must be an Australian Citizen and hold, or have ability to obtain, an Australian defence security clearance.
Benefits
We value the health and wellbeing of our employees and offer true flexibility including working from home, compressed work weeks, allowing you to balance your career with what is important to you outside of work.
Working within our team, you will have the opportunity to gain in-depth exposure across various exciting projects and build on your professional network with internal stakeholders and external partners in the industry.
* We understand the importance of work-life balance and provide a mixture of flexible office and remote working options.
* We will celebrate your successes and achievements with a formal reward and recognition program and through employee awards.
* We value your professional development and will provide a vast range of formal and informal training, as well as assistance for further education.
* We offer competitive salary packaging options, and our Employee Incentive Program includes a bonus scheme and a wide range of corporate discounts.
* As part of a global company, your career opportunities extend internationally.
Culture
BDA actively encourages applications from all members of society. We believe we are our best when our workforce reflects the diverse, talented and passionate communities in which we live and operate. We are committed to growing a diverse and inclusive workplace and recognise the strength this brings to our business.
We foster an environment where every team member can bring their whole selves to work, with equal opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.
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