Project Scheduler

4 days ago


Canberra, ACT, Australia Downer Professional Services Full time

We currently have an opportunity for a Scheduler. Join our Downer Professional Services team and play a key role in delivering complex defence and national security projects that safeguard Australia's future.

What You'll Do

This role offers a broad scope, with key responsibilities including:

  1. Develop, maintain, and enhance project schedules to support project objectives.
  2. Prepare and deliver accurate schedule reports, forecasts, and analysis.
  3. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to ensure schedules reflect current project status.
  4. Provide project governance support and participate in key project workshops.
  5. Identify and address gaps or opportunities to improve scheduling and reporting.
  6. Support broader Project Controls activities as required.

What You'll Bring

  1. You must have and maintain a minimum Negative Vetting 1 (NV1) or higher Security clearance as required by the Commonwealth.
  2. Significant experience in a similar role, preferably within a professional services firm or the Defence industry.

More than anything, you'll bring a strong work ethic, a positive attitude, and a commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes for our clients.

Why Downer Professional Services

At Downer Professional Services, we're not just a workplace—we're a business dedicated to contributing to the shaping of the future of defence in Australia. As the country's only sovereign prime, we're committed to making a real difference in protecting Australia's interests.

What it means to belong at Downer Professional Services

  1. Meaningful work: You'll play a key role in delivering or supporting critical defence projects and programs that make a genuine impact.
  2. Supportive culture: Our high-performing teams thrive on collaboration and celebrate the unique contributions of every individual.
  3. Endless opportunities: With career pathways across our business units, including Team Downer MSP, there's always a chance to grow, learn, and take on exciting new challenges.
  4. Professional development: From skills recognition and career mapping to our Summer and Winter Schools for accelerated learning, we invest in your growth. Plus, our Communities of Practice foster shared learning and connections across the business.
  5. Great perks: Perks@Downer: healthcare discounts, great savings on retail purchases, car purchases, and much more.
  6. Veteran support initiatives and policies: Including up to 20 days of Reservist Leave for veterans to remain connected as they transition out of active service.

Downer Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including First Nations people and those from culturally and linguistically diverse communities.

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