Governance & Compliance Specialist

CAE; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness subsidy

Parental Leave

Employee Share Scheme

Fitness Passport

Insurance Cover

Job summary

CAE is seeking a Governance and Compliance Specialist in Sydney. The role strengthens program governance, reporting, earned value management (EVM), and decision-making across a diverse project portfolio within the PMO.

Work is hybrid, based at Homebush with a minimum of three days onsite weekly. The position supports workforce planning, forecasting, and financial projections while enabling continuous improvement and strong stakeholder engagement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and approx. 3 years in PMO, project controls, or similar.
• Experience in project financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, or performance analysis.
• Strong data interpretation and stakeholder engagement across functions.
• Hybrid role requiring three days onsite per week at Homebush office.
• Eligibility for Defence Security Clearance and Australian citizenship.

Responsibilities

• Deliver project performance, schedule, financial, and portfolio reporting.
• Analyse cost, schedule, and performance metrics for Earned Value Management.
• Develop and forecast planning data within PMO systems and ERP.
• Collaborate with managers, finance, and operations on workforce planning.
• Monitor trends and risks to aid informed decision-making.
• Support PMO process improvements and governance frameworks.

Skills

Analytical skills

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree (Business/PM/Finance/Engineering or related)

Tools

Excel

Job description

At CAE, our mission is clear: to help make the world a safer place. For nearly 80 years, we've driven innovation in simulation, training, and mission readiness to support critical operations worldwide. By leveraging advanced technologies, we empower our customers to operate smarter, faster, and more sustainably. Join a purpose-driven organisation where bold ideas are encouraged, collaboration drives progress, and your growth fuels our shared success.

Role Overview

As a Governance and Compliance Specialist, you'll play a critical role in strengthening program governance, performance assurance, compliance, and decision‑making across our portfolio. Working within the Program Management Office (PMO), you'll support project teams, finance partners, and leadership stakeholders by delivering accurate reporting, earned value insights, forecasting, and portfolio governance activities. This role offers the opportunity to develop expertise in Earned Value Management (EVM), project controls, program governance, workforce planning, and financial forecasting while working across a diverse portfolio of projects. You'll collaborate with multiple parts of the business to support predictable program delivery, enhanced performance visibility, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Description

• Support program governance activities through the delivery of project performance, schedule, financial, and portfolio reporting.
• Assist with Earned Value Management (EVM) activities by analysing project cost, schedule, and performance metrics against established baselines.
• Develop, maintain, and analyse project schedules, planning data, and forecasting information within project management and ERP systems.
• Collaborate with project managers, finance teams, and operational stakeholders to support workforce planning, resource forecasting, and financial projections.
• Monitor performance trends, risks, and early warning indicators to provide meaningful insights that support informed decision‑making.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of PMO processes, governance frameworks, reporting practices, and compliance activities.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Project Management, Finance, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Approximately 3 years' experience in a PMO, project controls, project analysis, project coordination, or similar environment.
• Understanding of project management methodologies, governance frameworks, and project lifecycle processes.
• Experience supporting project financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, or performance analysis.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and identify performance trends.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to work across multiple business functions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and reporting tools.
• Ability to work from our Homebush office in a hybrid capacity, with a minimum of three days onsite per week.
• Australian Citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a Defence Security Clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Exposure to Earned Value Management (EVM) principles and project performance measurement.
• Experience working within a Project Management Office (PMO).
• Knowledge of project scheduling tools, ERP systems, and portfolio reporting processes.
• Experience within Defence, Aerospace, Aviation, Engineering, or other complex project delivery environments.
• Understanding of workforce planning and resource management practices.

Location

Homebush, NSW

We operate a hybrid working approach, with a minimum of three days per week onsite at our Homebush office. This role may involve occasional collaboration with international stakeholders and teams.

Benefits

• Opportunity to make a positive impact on Australian defence and security.
• Exciting career paths in a truly global business.
• Access to a generous ADF Reserve Service Policy.
• Wellness subsidy.
• Generous Parental Leave.
• Employee Share Scheme.
• Fitness Passport.
• Insurance Cover.
• And more!

Security Requirements

As the Australian Department of Defence is a major client, you must be eligible to obtain a Defence Security Clearance to work in this role. Please be mindful that one of the key requirements for obtaining a clearance is Australian Citizenship.

EEO Statement

CAE is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants, regardless of race, nationality, colour, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, neurodiversity, veteran status, age, or other characteristics protected by law. We encourage applicants who may not meet every qualification to apply. Reasonable accommodations are available. Contact your recruiter if required.

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