Master Scheduler

Compas; Canberra; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Compas Pty Ltd in Canberra is seeking a Master Scheduler to design and implement an integrated master scheduling and resource management framework for complex government security infrastructure delivery. This Canberra-based role focuses on resource planning, capacity forecasting, scenario modelling and sustainable scheduling practices, with NV2 clearance required.

You will design and develop resource-loaded schedules across projects, assess workforce capacity and provide decision-support

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience establishing complex master schedules for large programs.
• Advanced expertise with Microsoft Project or equivalent enterprise scheduling tools.
• Strong workforce planning, resource management, forecasting and capacity analysis expertise.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement an integrated resource planning and master scheduling framework.
• Develop integrated, resource-loaded schedules across projects, maintenance and operational work.
• Assess workforce capacity, forecast resource demand and identify constraints and bottlenecks.
• Model delivery scenarios, provide decision-support reporting and develop handover documentation.

Skills

Master scheduling

Resource planning

Capacity forecasting

Scenario modelling

Microsoft Project

Workforce planning

Tools

Microsoft Project

Job description

Design and implement an integrated master scheduling and resource management framework supporting complex government security infrastructure delivery. This Canberra-based role will focus on resource planning, capacity forecasting, scenario modelling and sustainable scheduling practices.

Location:Canberra, ACT
Contract Duration: Contracted until 31 January, with 2 potential 6-month extension options
Security Clearance Requirement: NV2
Closing Date: Monday 21 September 2026 – 10am (Canberra time)

• Design and implement an integrated resource planning and master scheduling framework.
• Develop integrated, resource-loaded schedules across projects, maintenance and operational work.
• Assess workforce capacity, forecast resource demand and identify constraints and bottlenecks.

Master Scheduler | Resource Planning & Scheduling

Design and implement an integrated master scheduling and resource management framework supporting complex government security infrastructure delivery. This Canberra-based role will focus on resource planning, capacity forecasting, scenario modelling and sustainable scheduling practices.

Location:Canberra, ACT
Contract Duration: Contracted until 31 January, with 2 potential 6-month extension options
Security Clearance Requirement: NV2
Closing Date: Monday 21 September 2026 – 10am (Canberra time)

Essential Tasks

• Design and implement an integrated resource planning and master scheduling framework.
• Develop integrated, resource-loaded schedules across projects, maintenance and operational work.
• Assess workforce capacity, forecast resource demand and identify constraints and bottlenecks.
• Model delivery scenarios, provide decision-support reporting and develop handover documentation.

Key Criteria

• Demonstrated experience establishing complex master schedules for large programs.
• Advanced expertise with Microsoft Project or equivalent enterprise scheduling tools.
• Strong workforce planning, resource management, forecasting and capacity analysis expertise.
• Advanced analytical and scenario modelling skills in complex, highly regulated environments.

About Compas
Compas Pty Ltd is a Canberra based wholly Australian owned, Recruitment and Services company that has been operating since 1987. We specialise in the provision of permanent, contract and temporary recruitment services, as well as specialised Consulting assignments.

YOUR APPLICATION WILL BE TREATED WITH THE STRICTEST CONFIDENCE
Due to the nature of this environment, candidates must hold a current NV2 clearance.