Senior Project Controller

Saab Australia Pty Ltd; Adelaide; Hybrid; AUD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 6 weeks leave

14% employer superannuation

Free Income Protection Insurance

Hybrid work from home/office

9-day fortnight

Job summary

Saab Australia Pty Ltd is seeking a Senior Project Controller to support the CSI-IPT in complex defence projects. You will lead WBS development, integrate cost and schedule activities, and coordinate with CAMs and PMs to maintain robust baselines.

The role requires substantial planning experience in EV defence environments, familiarity with PMBOK processes, and proficiency with COBRA and OPP for cost management.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in an engineering, science or business discipline desirable.
• In excess of five years’ experience as a project planner and controller for projects of medium to high complexity.
• Experience working in an EV Defence project environment.
• Knowledge and understanding of Project Management processes eg. PMBOK.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in using cost management software preferably COBRA™ and OPP.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and maintenance of the Tasking Statement Work Breakdown Structure (TSWBS) and associated WBS Dictionaries.
• Ensure that planning and scheduling, budgeting, accounting, analysis and reporting activities are fully integrated.
• Ensure that cost / schedule planning activities are undertaken in co-ordination with Control Account Managers and the Project Managers.
• Undertake detailed planning activities, including rolling wave planning and develop Control Account Plans (CAP).

Skills

Project planning

Project control

PMBOK knowledge

Cost and schedule analysis

Education

Engineering/Science/Business degree

Tools

COBRA

OPP

Job description

Join Saab Australia (Saab) and help shape the future of defence, security and cyber technology. For more than 35 years, Saab Australia has been a leading provider of defence, civil and security solutions, with an enduring purpose to keep people and society safe. We combine global expertise with local knowledge to deliver innovative, world-class solutions that support critical operations across Australia’s defence and security industries. From cyber security and communications to advanced defence systems and mixed reality technologies, our teams work on meaningful projects that make a real impact. If you're looking for challenging work, cutting-edge technology, and the opportunity to contribute to something bigger, we'd love to hear from you.

What we offer

• Up to 6 weeks leave
• 14% employer superannuation contribution
• Free Income Protection Insurance

The opportunity

Saab Australia is an industry participant in the Combat Systems Integration - Integrated Project Team (CSI-IPT). The CSI-IPT forms a collaborative enterprise organisation to execute scopes of work across Hobart Class Destroyer (SEA4000 Phase 6 and other related Destroyer Capability Enhancement (DCE) upgrades) and the Hunter Class Frigates (HCFs - SEA5000 Phase 1).

The role

As part of our Engineering and Sustainment Services group, the Senior Project Controller will provide advice and guidance to Project Controllers, Task Managers, CAMs and Project Managers in the areas of project planning, project monitoring & control, cost and schedule baseline maintenance and reporting of project cost and schedule status. Further, the successful candidate will:

• Lead the development and maintenance of the Tasking Statement Work Breakdown Structure (TSWBS) and associated WBS Dictionaries.
• Ensure that planning and scheduling, budgeting, accounting, analysis and reporting activities are fully integrated.
• Ensure that cost / schedule planning activities are undertaken in co-ordination with Control Account Managers and the Project Managers.
• Undertake detailed planning activities, including rolling wave planning and develop Control Account Plans (CAP).

Flexible work arrangements such as hybrid work from home / office and a 9-day fortnight will be considered for this role.

About you

• Tertiary qualifications in an engineering, science or business discipline desirable.
• In excess of five years’ experience as a project planner and controller for projects of medium to high complexity.
• Experience working in an EV Defence project environment.
• Knowledge and understanding of Project Management processes eg. PMBOK.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in using cost management software preferably COBRA™ and OPP.

Applicants must be Australian citizens and hold or be able to obtain an Australian Defence Security Clearance to NV1 level. Information including past and present nationality and citizenship may be requested to check eligibility for access to materials controlled under various export control regimes, including ITAR.

What you will be part of

Explore a world of possibilities. Tackle challenges, drive innovation, and grow your career in an environment where curiosity and diverse perspectives are valued. Together, we achieve extraordinary outcomes, and your contribution matters.

Saab is a leading defence and security company with an enduring purpose to help nations keep their people and society safe. Supported by 28,000 employees worldwide, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world. The company develops, manufactures, and sustains advanced systems across aeronautics, weapons, command and control, sensors, and underwater systems. Headquartered in Sweden, Saab has major operations all over the world and is part of the domestic defence capability of several nations. Learn more about Saab here.

We're committed to creating an environment where our people feel supported, empowered and inspired to do their best work.

Saab Australia is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds, and ex-service personnel, veterans and their families. At Saab, we constantly look ahead and push boundaries for what is considered technically possible. We collaborate with colleagues around the world who all share our challenge – to make the world a safer place.

Saab is a global defense and security company operating in the fields of air, land and naval defense, civil security and commercial aeronautics. We number approximately 26,100 employees and have operations on all continents. Technologically we are leaders in many areas, and one-fifth of our earnings are spent on research and development. Saab is a company where we see diversity as an asset and offer unlimited opportunities for advancing in your career. We are also a company that respects each person’s needs and encourage employees to lead a balanced, rewarding life beyond work.

Saab values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran, or disability status.