Master Scheduler

Exclaim IT; Canberra; In loco; AUD 120.000 - 150.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Exclaim IT is seeking an experienced Program Scheduler to support a major government reform program focused on strengthening regulatory capability and implementing legislative changes. You will manage and monitor schedules, coordinate activities across multiple workstreams and deliver accurate reporting to executives.

The role requires strong experience with ICT programs, Microsoft Project, and DevOps, with a focus on governance, risk management and continuous process improvement.

Competenze

• Experience managing schedules within large ICT projects or programs.
• Hands-on Microsoft Project scheduling proficiency.
• DevOps experience.
• Experience managing complex schedules, dependencies, milestones and critical paths.
• Experience preparing executive-level reporting and governance documentation.
• Experience in government programs or large-scale transformation.
• Understanding of program governance, reporting frameworks and stakeholder management.
• Experience supporting PMOs.
• Knowledge of legislative and regulatory environments.

Mansioni

• Develop, maintain and monitor program schedules, milestones and critical paths.
• Coordinate program activities across multiple workstreams with stakeholders.
• Analyse and report on master program schedule, progress and risks.
• Prepare status reports, briefs, presentations for executives.
• Quality assure written materials, edit and proofread reports.
• Evaluate progress and facilitate interventions for risks.
• Provide scheduling advice and reporting support.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of scheduling processes and artefacts.
• Exercise sound judgement per legislation, policies and procedures.

Conoscenze

Program scheduling

Stakeholder management

Governance reporting

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Strumenti

Microsoft Project

DevOps

Descrizione del lavoro

We are seeking an experienced Program Scheduler to support a major government reform program focused on strengthening regulatory capability and implementing legislative changes.

In this role, you will be responsible for managing and monitoring program schedules, coordinating activities, tracking dependencies and critical milestones, and providing accurate reporting to senior executives and key stakeholders. You will work closely with various teams to ensure program activities remain on track, risks are identified and addressed, and scheduling and reporting processes are continuously improved.

Please note: Candidates must hold an active AGSVA Baseline Security Clearance.

Key responsibilities

• Develop, maintain and monitor program schedules, plans, milestones, dependencies and critical paths.
• Coordinate program activities and timelines in consultation with stakeholders across multiple workstreams.
• Analyse and report on the master program schedule, identifying progress, delays, dependencies and potential risks.
• Prepare high-quality status reports, briefs, presentations and documentation for senior executives and steering committees.
• Conduct quality assurance of written materials, including editing, proofreading and reviewing reports and correspondence.
• Evaluate program progress, identify emerging risks and facilitate appropriate interventions where required.
• Provide specialist scheduling advice, guidance and reporting support.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of scheduling processes, reporting tools and program artefacts.
• Exercise sound judgement when making decisions in accordance with relevant legislation, policies and procedures.

Highly desirable criteria

• Demonstrated experience managing schedules within large-scale ICT projects or programs.
• Strong hands-on experience using Microsoft Project for program scheduling.
• Proficiency in DevOps.
• Experience managing complex program schedules, dependencies, milestones and critical paths.
• Experience preparing executive-level reporting and governance documentation.
• Experience working within government programs or large-scale transformation initiatives.
• Understanding of program governance, reporting frameworks and stakeholder management.
• Experience supporting Program Management Offices (PMOs).
• Knowledge of legislative and regulatory environments.

Skills and experience

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong teamwork and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to work collaboratively to achieve program outcomes.
• Exceptional attention to detail, analytical and investigative skills, including the ability to identify gaps and opportunities for improvement.
• Proven ability to exercise sound professional judgement when managing sensitive and complex matters within legislative and regulatory requirements.
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and remain calm under pressure.
• Flexibility and adaptability when responding to changing priorities and uncertainty.
• Experience handling sensitive and confidential information in accordance with relevant legislation and frameworks.

Please note that a National Police Check might be required as part of pre-employment screening.