Manager - Project Scheduler

Thales; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Gym discount

Salary bonus & family health insurance

Employee discounts

Paid parental leave

Novated lease

Family support

Job summary

Thales Australia is seeking an experienced Project Scheduler to join our team, focusing on schedule planning, monitoring, and control for assigned projects. This role emphasizes Earned Value Management (EVM) to track performance against the PMB and requires close collaboration with stakeholders to ensure accurate reporting.

You will develop and maintain schedules using Primavera or MS Project, perform schedule risk assessments, and support PM processes and finance-related analysis.

Qualifications

• TAFE or university qualification in Business or Engineering.
• Minimum 6 years in project scheduling or EVM.
• Proficient in Primavera or Microsoft Project.
• Experience with PMB, CPM, and PERT methodologies.
• Defence clearance: Australian citizen eligible for clearance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain project schedules using Primavera and MS Project.
• Collaborate to create an accurate PMB.
• Perform variance analysis and report progress against PMB.
• Support EVM reporting and deliverables.
• Conduct schedule risk assessments with DCMA 14-point checks and Acumen Fuse.
• Facilitate IBR and other project reviews.
• Provide coaching to junior team members.
• Ensure adherence to PM processes and assist in finance-related analysis.

Skills

Project scheduling

Earned Value Management (EVM)

Risk analysis

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

TAFE or university qualification in Business or Engineering

Tools

Primavera

Microsoft Project

Primavera Risk Analysis

Acumen Fuse

Job description

At Thales, we know technology has the ability to make our world more secure, sustainable, and inclusive – and that it’s all driven by human intelligence.

Because it takes human intelligence to build and power the systems and solutions that people depend on every day. So we stay curious and make space for diverse points of view. We share what we know and we challenge what’s possible.

From manufacturing and engineering to cybersecurity and space, we’re driving progress in some of the world’s most important industries – and working together to build a future we can all trust.

• Fitness Passport Discount – Access to a network of Gyms across AUS
• Attractive Salary + Bonus + Free Medical Insurance for Family
• Employee discounts with a number of affiliates (Travel, Car hire, Tech, Medical Insurance)
• Modernised Paid Parental Leave
• Novated Lease options
• Family support through our partnership with Parents at Work

Our Team

The Thales Australia AWS business offers ship repair, maintenance and asset management / in-service support capabilities for commercial and naval ships in Australia. The business also offers the provision of docking, reticulated services and facility maintenance within Garden Island.

About the Role: Project Scheduler

We are seeking an experienced Project Scheduler to join our team, focusing on schedule planning, monitoring, and control for assigned projects. This role emphasises Earned Value Management (EVM) to track performance against the Performance Measurement Baseline (PMB). You will work closely with various stakeholders to ensure effective scheduling, alignment, and accurate reporting.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain project schedules using tools like Primavera and Microsoft Project.
• Collaborate to create an accurate Performance Measurement Baseline (PMB).
• Perform variance analysis and report on schedule progress against the PMB.
• Support Earned Value Management (EVM) reporting and deliverables.
• Conduct schedule risk assessments and ensure schedule health using tools such as DCMA 14-point checks and Acumen Fuse.
• Facilitate Integrated Baseline Reviews (IBR) and other project review processes.
• Provide coaching to junior team members.
• Ensure adherence to project management processes and assist in finance-related analysis when required.

Qualifications and Experience

• TAFE, tertiary, or equivalent qualifications in Business, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 6 years of experience in a project scheduling or EVM environment.
• Proficient in Primavera, Microsoft Project, or equivalent scheduling tools.
• Strong knowledge of scheduling methodologies like PERT and Critical Path Method (CPM).
• Experience with financial and budgetary controls for projects.
• Experience in maritime or engineering project lifecycles.
• Familiarity with risk analysis tools like Primavera Risk Analysis or Acumen Risk.

As a Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and eligible to obtain and maintain an appropriate clearance. To learn more about clearances please visit – http://www.defence.gov.au/AGSVA/ #LI-SG1

It’s easy to dismiss the perfect opportunity if you don’t see yourself as the perfect fit. If this role feels right –no matter your background or personal circumstances –please introduce yourself or join our community. We’re committed to supporting a diverse workplace, and that starts here.

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