Program Scheduler

3 weeks ago

Canberra, ACT, Australia Talent Full time
Job Title

Program Scheduler

Location

Talent Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Contract and Clearance
  • Clearance: TSPV Security Clearance (Mandatory)
  • Contract Length: 12 months with 2 x 12-month extensions (Based on the Department's discretion)
About the position

We are seeking a highly skilled Program Scheduler to join a large-scale Program Management Office and play a pivotal role in delivering strategic initiatives. This position will develop, manage, and optimise integrated program schedules that enable transparent reporting, support informed decision-making, and ensure timely delivery of key milestones. You will work closely with project managers, technical leads, subcontractors, and senior executives, ensuring accuracy, visibility, and consistency across complex program portfolios.

Key responsibilities
  • Develop and manage detailed, integrated program schedules and dependencies.
  • Establish activity sequences, durations, dependencies, and critical paths with delivery teams.
  • Monitor, track, and report on program schedule progress, risks, and variances.
  • Conduct schedule risk analysis and propose mitigation strategies.
  • Perform schedule health checks and quality audits across portfolios.
  • Interface with internal stakeholders, subcontractors, and external partners.
  • Prepare and maintain schedule updates and dashboards for executive reporting.
  • Assist in recovery planning to realign projects with delivery milestones.
  • Ensure compliance with DoF Gateway review processes.
  • Provide portfolio, program, and project management support activities.
  • Support resource loading, forecasting, and allocation.
Requirements / What we are looking for
  • Bachelor's degree in IT, Project Management, or related discipline.
  • 10+ years' experience in program/project scheduling or planning in large, complex environments.
  • Advanced proficiency in tools such as ServiceNow, MS Project, Primavera P6 (or equivalents).
  • Strong grounding in P3M, MSP, AGILE, PRINCE2, or equivalent frameworks.
  • Ability to manage competing priorities in fast-paced delivery environments.
  • Professional certifications (e.g., P3M, MSP, PRINCE2, or equivalent).
  • Experience delivering within Agile or hybrid project environments.
  • Be part of a high-performing PMO team driving strategic transformation.
  • Access to complex, multi-disciplinary programs offering professional growth.
Application

To showcase your interest for the position, click on 'APPLY' on our website or contact Sanat Anmadwar at Sanat.Anmadwar@talentinternational.com for more information. We look forward to seeing how your expertise can help us achieve excellence

Job details
  • Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
  • Employment type: Contract
  • Job function: Information Technology
  • Industries: Government Administration and Health and Human Services

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