Project Controller / Planner | SA-Osborne Naval Shipyard

Job description

At BAE Systems Australia

• Do interesting work that MATTERS
• ENJOY what you do
• GROW your career
• Be YOU

We work in a thriving sector – one that puts us at the forefront of exciting and meaningful work. Every day we push boundaries to produce some of the world's most innovative and ground breaking technology. Individually we all contribute to our success. Collectively we make the impossible possible.

Recognised for delivering projects of global and national significance that help keep Australia safe, it is our shared passion that shapes our culture, and our people that make it a great place to work.

About the OPPORTUNITY

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Project Controller / Planner to work on the upgrade of Royal Australian Navy ships, in a program of national importance, based in Adelaide (Osborne Naval Shipyard).

This program is critical to maintaining Australia's maritime capability over the next decade.

This fast paced, agile and innovative work includes key capability upgrades such combat systems and missiles, as well as platform systems upgrades and key sustainment activities.

Reporting to the Project Planning & Controls Manager, this role will be responsible for the proper use of the company Schedule Management System through corporate Lifecycle Management (LCM) framework, so that the project management team can adequately monitor and report on project cost, schedule progress and risk status.

We embrace flexible work arrangements at BAE Systems Australia, such as working a 9-day fortnight and hybrid working.

Key responsibilities include:

Assist the project team to establish the initial schedule baseline:

• Manage and Control the:
  • Contract Master Schedule (CMS),
  • Integrated Schedule with lower level schedules,
  • Multi-tier schedule framework,
• Manage and control a fully resourced and integrated Project Schedule and Control Account detailed schedules
• Manage and control the Work Package (or tailored Planning packages/ tasks) level including EV techniques
• Manage and control the baseline change control approvals and other baseline documentation
• Provide expert assistance in the use of schedule tools (Primavera / Microsoft Project) to:
• Enter baseline, progress and forecast data into the schedule tools
• Facilitated planning sessions with Control Account Managers (CAMs)/ Project Managers (PMs) to develop schedule and budget information
• Demonstrated ability to be able to accurately & directly convey project schedule status (good or bad) to the relevant stakeholders in a timely manner
• Providing adhoc assistance to the PC community with problem solving solutions

About YOU

• Relevant tertiary qualifications or demonstrated experience in Project Planning / Scheduling.
• Proficient with the use of Primavera P6 software.
• Exposure to Earned Value Management (EVM) principles and Cobra (advantageous)
• Well-developed self-management skills and demonstrated ability to work under own initiative to deliver outputs to time, quality and cost.
• Intermediate MS Office skills, especially in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Current Defence security clearance or eligibility to obtain.

We believe in hiring for potential, we know that some candidates hesitate if they don't tick all the boxes.  If this role interests you, but you don't meet all the criteria, we still encourage you to apply.

About US

You will be joining a workplace that truly cares about your wellbeing.

Our people are diverse and we value the variety of perspectives this brings, we know that a culture that is inclusive and fosters a sense of belonging is a place we can all make the most of our unique talents and be our best.

As Australia's largest defence company in a rapidly growing sector, you will be connected into a global team and encouraged to explore where your career might take you whether that is a traditional career path or squiggly one, there are infinite possibilities for you at BAE Systems Australia. 

BAE Systems recognises the sacrifices of those who have served our Nation and their families.  We support our veteran community through our internal veteran network (VetNet Australia) and strong charitable partnerships, internal offerings including reserve service leave, a Veteran Mentoring Program and other exclusive offerings available through our strategic partners.

We welcome applicants from all people regardless of sex, gender identity, race, ethnicity, disability, pregnancy, age, or other lived experience; and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for all positions.

We are proud to be recognised as an employer of choice for women by WORK180.

Awarded the 2024 Quarter 1 Benchmarcx Triple R- Excellence In Candidate Experience Certification. As a member of the Circle Back Initiative we commit to respond to every applicant.

To learn more about our competitive employee benefits, flexibility, other employment opportunities and what to expect from our recruitment process please visit: www.baesystemscareers.com.au

Clearances

As a Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and either possess or be eligible to obtain and maintain appropriate clearances. Further information regarding security clearances.