Program Management Office Scheduler, Aps6/executive

**Job no**: 513196

**Employment type**: Non-Ongoing - Specified Term, Ongoing

**Location**: Adelaide

**Categories**: Programme Management, APS Level 6, Executive Level 1, Administration, Project Management, Science, Engineering, Technical, Internally and Externally shared

**About ARWA**:
The Australian Radioactive Waste Agency (ARWA) is leading the responsible management and safe storage and disposal of Australia’s radioactive waste. A key element of ARWA’s program is the delivery of the National Radioactive Waste Management Facility which will provide a purpose-built, engineered solution to manage radioactive waste from sources such as nuclear medicine production.

We are seeking people who have the skills and experience to put Australia at the forefront of the global nuclear waste management field. If you’re excited about the idea of being part of a team that is breaking new ground and making history, we want to hear from you. We are a small agency looking for people who are ready to take on big challenges. Our overarching priorities are safety, security and protection of the environment and we work with a sustainable focus. You will be a key player in our success, with plenty of opportunity for growth and developing your skills. We are on a mission to be one of the few countries globally who have a purpose built radioactive waste management facility for the safe and secure disposal of radioactive waste. We have a unique opportunity to make an impact in nuclear research and development, and support healthcare at a national level. We are agile, constantly innovating and working at the forefront of a critical global issue. Our people come from diverse backgrounds, nationalities, and cultures. These differences are critical to the delivery of our complex technical work.

We are looking for people who are passionate, driven, and committed to making a difference. If that sounds like you, we’d love to have you in our team.

**About The Opportunity**:
At ARWA we are passionate about supporting our people. Our people have a desire to learn and develop within the radioactive and nuclear field. As a member of our team:

- You will develop your career in contributing to the delivery of a first-of-its-kind radioactive waste management facility.
- You will have ongoing training and professional development in the emerging field of nuclear and radioactive waste.
- You will work closely with our leadership team, contribute your ideas and skills, and make a real difference globally.
- You will be a key player in our success supporting nationally significant healthcare and nuclear research.
- You will contribute to a team that is at the forefront of innovation with a sustainable focus.
- You will have access to mentoring for your professional development as well as have the opportunity to mentor others.
- You will receive three days Christmas shutdown leave.
- You will have access to flexible working arrangements including working from home.
- You will have access to salary packaging options.
- Previous experience in similar Scheduler roles.
- A strong background in supporting project governance and reporting within large/complex environments.
- A strong understanding of various IT project management frameworks and project methodologies.
- Experience using scheduling tools such as ServiceNow, Microsoft Project, Microsoft Office, Visio, SharePoint and other business process tools.
- Excellent time management, analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Well-developed written and verbal communication skills, in particular, demonstrated ability to provide sound advice and prepared written reports and briefings.
- Well-developed interpersonal skills that foster trust and cooperation, and a proven ability to work effectively and with integrity within a politically sensitive environment.
- An ability to work in a fluid environment, remaining flexible, agile and adaptable, supporting colleagues at short notice.
- Experience in supporting complex, multi-faceted schedules for large programs of work, including elements of change management.
- Previous experience in project management or familiarity with project management principles.

**Qualifications***:

- Tertiary qualification in a relevant Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline, Project Management or related field qualifications or certifications or relevant experience in Microsoft Project Online, MS Project Scheduling and dashboard reporting such as Power BI or similar.
- Significant experience in similar Scheduler roles.
- Significant experience in managing project governance and reporting within large/complex environments.
- Strong understanding of various IT project management frameworks and project methodologies.
- Experience using scheduling tools such as Microsoft Project, Microsoft Office, Visio, SharePoint and other business process tools.
- Demonstrated time management, analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Well-developed writte