Program Scheduler

Program Scheduler | Defence

About the Opportunity

• Join a high-performing Program Management Office driving a critical, multi-project ICT modernisation initiative to future-proof secure Federal Government capabilities.
• Take ownership of a complex master schedule across up to 11 active projects, playing a pivotal role in optimising operational efficiency and delivering critical path visibility.

What's on Offer

• Contract/Engagement: Initial contract until 30 December 2026 + extension options.
• Location & Flexibility: Canberra, ACT predominantly onsite.

Role & Responsibilities

• Build, review, and maintain a detailed Program Integrated Master Schedule encompassing milestones, key activities, and cross-project interdependencies.
• Develop and manage the Critical Path, event migration schedules, and integrated program-wide views to ensure delivery.
• Proactively identify and communicate schedule risks, variances, and mitigations in close collaboration with the Program Manager.
• Manage multi-level stakeholder expectations and engage proactively with project managers and technical teams to maintain schedule accuracy.
• Produce clear, consumable program schedule reporting-including S-curves and executive board presentations-to facilitate decision-making.

Skills & Experience

To be successful in this position, you will ideally bring:

• Technical Toolkit: Advanced proficiency in MS Project, ServiceNow, and Agile delivery methodologies.
• Experience: Proven track record in creating and maintaining large-scale Program Integrated Master Schedules within complex ICT or Defence environments.
• Core Capabilities: Strong collaborative problem-solving skills with demonstrated capability in producing executive-level schedule reporting and managing multi-level stakeholder relationships.

Eligibility & Clearance Requirements

• Security Clearance: Due to the nature of this environment, candidates must hold a current NV1 security clearance.

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If you are unsuccessful in this application, with your permission we would like to keep you in consideration for future roles that may suit you better.