Project Controller | Location - Flexible

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 to join our Maritime Sustainment program. This role will report to the Enterprise Performance Analyst and has the flexibility to be based in any location across Australia.   

Working across a diverse range of projects, the Project Controller will be responsible for coordinating the proper use of the company Earned Value Management (EVM) System so that the project management team can adequately monitor and report on project cost, schedule progress and risk status.

The successful applicant must maintain the goodwill of the Customer and company management, by ensuring that our established EVM processes are carried out to report and manage the project with timely, accurate EVM data.

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

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing monthly reporting and analysis, while maintain consistency across projects, using Earned Value Management (EVM).
• Integration of Schedule Data into the Financial Reporting tool and preparation of periodic reports and Dashboards
• Establishing project baselines for cost and schedule, maintaining detailed structures including code set up and maintenance of Work Breakdown structure.
• Administration of the change process to established Baselines and integration of changes into Financial Reporting
• Assist in the planning of the Annual Work Plan for the Program.
• Using various tools like Open Plan, Primavera, Microsoft Project, and Cobra for data entry and assisting the team in scheduling.
• Advanced MS Excel skills are essential.
• Analysis of Contract Data and mapping to Program Work Breakdown Structure.
• Preparing Schedule Risk Analysis and contributing to the overall financial management of the Program.

About YOU

• Tertiary qualifications in Accounting, Commercial or Project Management (advantageous)
• Previous experience in a similar role or equivalent  
• Core skillset in either Scheduling or Financial Management.
• Ability to interpret schedule and financial data and investigate variances from targets.
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously under time constraints, solve problems and make decisions
• Strong communication skills both written and verbal.
• Ability to interact effectively with stakeholders both internal and external to BAE Systems to implement business requirements
• Current or previously issued defence security clearance will be advantageous

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.