Project Scheduler (AW12)

IAG Defence and National Security; Canberra; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

IAG Defence & National Security in Canberra is seeking an experienced Project Scheduler to own schedules, reporting and planning across a complex defence program. You will work closely with project leadership to ensure schedules are accurate, risks are visible and reporting stays on track month to month.

This role requires onsite work in Canberra (min. 3 days/week) after an initial 6 month period, with a focus on Open Plan Professional (OPP) scheduling, WBS and coordinating monthly project

Qualifications

• Current NV1 security clearance (minimum).
• Senior scheduling experience using Open Plan Professional (OPP).
• Demonstrated scheduling experience on major projects.
• Ability to work onsite in Canberra a minimum of 3 days per week after an initial period of 6 month onsite full time.
• Previous experience in a Defence project environment (highly regarded).

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain and monitor project schedules using Open Plan Professional (OPP).
• Coordinate and support monthly project reporting across the team.
• Establish and maintain Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) and supporting documentation.
• Identify and communicate schedule risks to project leadership.
• Support planning and baselining activities for projects moving through approval.

Skills

Scheduling

Project reporting

Risk management

Tools

Open Plan Professional (OPP)

Job description

Canberra Based | Requires a current AGSVA NV1 Clearance | Onsite Requirement (min. 3 days/week)

About Us

IAG Defence & National Security (DNS) is part of IAG, a specialist advisory firm supporting complex infrastructure, Defence and national security programs across Australia. Our DNS team works closely with Commonwealth agencies and industry partners to deliver specialist expertise into nationally significant programs. Our success depends on our ability to identify, engage and mobilise highly specialised talent quickly and effectively. IAG is recognised as a Veteran Friendly Employer under the Veteran Employment Program.

The Role

We're looking for an experienced Project Scheduler to join a Defence program team based in Canberra. This is a great opportunity for a scheduling professional to take ownership of project schedules, reporting and planning across a complex, multi-project environment.

You'll work closely with project leadership and the wider delivery team, keeping schedules accurate, risks visible and reporting on track month to month.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain and monitor project schedules using Open Plan Professional (OPP)
• Coordinate and support monthly project reporting across the team
• Establish and maintain Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) and supporting documentation
• Identify and communicate schedule risks to project leadership
• Support planning and baselining activities for projects moving through approval

Required

• Current NV1 security clearance (minimum)
• Senior scheduling experience using Open Plan Professional (OPP)
• Demonstrated scheduling experience on major projects
• Ability to work onsite in Canberra a minimum of 3 days per week after an initial period of 6 month onsite full time
• Previous experience in a Defence project environment (highly regarded)

What We Offer

With offices in Perth, Brisbane, Melbourne, Sydney and Canberra, we're a tight-knit team working across some of Australia's most critical Defence and national security programs. We value expertise, collaboration and flexibility, providing our people with opportunities to contribute to meaningful and technically challenging projects.

We can offer great work, great people, great culture, great conditions, and an all-round great time whilst you continue building a rewarding career in the Defence and national security sector. As part of IAG, you'll be joining a team of more than 250 professionals.

Most opportunities advertised by IAG Defence & National Security are subject to client approval, security validation and contractual confirmation. Employment or engagement will only be offered following successful client acceptance and completion of all required pre-engagement checks and onboarding activities.