Principal Scheduler

976528
- Henderson
- Program / Project Management
- Full time
- Closing on: Nov 14 2025

ASC is Australia’s submarine company. We built the Royal Australian Navy’s Collins Class submarines, sustain them, and are now delivering their Life of Type Extension to increase the boats’ service lives. We have also been selected by the Australian Government to sustain and jointly build the nation’s nuclear-powered submarines - the largest and most complex industrial undertaking in Australia’s history.

Our work is interesting and meaningful, contributing directly to Australia’s national security. We offer rewarding roles that provide the opportunity to grow your career, and the flexibility to balance life and work.
A career at ASC is like no other, delivering a deeper purpose we can all be proud of.

**About the Opportunity**

Permanent opportunity for an experienced Principal Scheduler reporting to the Head of Program Services.
The purpose of the role is principally technical support, direction and support for the ASC West scheduling function and team. This position is an integral part of our Nuclear Class Submarine (SSN) sustainment program, based out of Henderson, WA.

This position will be required to continuously review schedule information and be proactive in undertaking resolution of issues and executing corrective action through liaison with project stakeholders. You will also need to determine methods and improvements of collation, management and reporting of project data, in addition to undertaking improvements to project scheduling processes and procedures.

**Responsibilities**
- Prepare an efficient Contract Master Schedule and maintain knowledge of all key project milestones and advise the project team of schedule risks to achieving these milestones.
- Monitor and control all activities through the planning and execution of activities.
- Design project planning and execution controls for various levels through schedule analysis and stakeholder engagement.
- Measure and report compliance to schedule and management of all project deliverables.
- Overseeing all aspects of schedule reporting being the primary point of contact for all schedule operational discussions at ASC West, including managing the schedule architecture and processes within the ASC project scheduling function.
- Provide leadership support, guidance and mentoring to assigned project schedulers, and provide scheduling advice as required within the PMO and to related projects and Project Managers.

**About You**
- Technical qualification in a relevant Engineering / trade discipline or proven ability as a scheduler in a similar environment.
- Demonstrated high level of proficiency and experience in developing and maintaining program and project schedules within a complex project environment, preferably in Defence, Shipbuilding and/or heavy engineering industries.
- Previous experience leading a team of 5+ Schedulers.
- Advanced skills in Primavera P6, Excel, Power BI, Power Pivot, SQL, Visualisation software.
- Ability to effectively communicate complex issues both verbally and in writing with a
wide range of personnel and stakeholders across multiple levels and organisations.
- Ability to lead effectively in a team environment that is local and international. Champions continuous improvements implementations via project lessons learned.**Eligibility**

This role requires a current National Police Clearance, an Australian Defence Security Clearance and an ability to access protected US defence technology. Your eligibility for this role is dependent on you obtaining and maintaining such clearances and approvals.

To check your eligibility please visit the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency website.

**Benefits**
- Unique and challenging work with a deeper purpose.
- Flexibility over how, when and where you work for the best work/life balance.
- Up to 10 days additional leave every year so you can rest and recharge.
- Generous parental leave so you can give your family the focus it deserves.
- Subsidised childcare to ease the financial pressure on your family.
- Health and wellbeing initiatives so you can perform at your best at work.
- Professional development opportunities to advance your career.
- A diverse and supportive environment where you can thrive.
- Discounts and exclusive offers from leading Australian brands to help you save.

**About ASC**

Established in 1985, ASC’s 1900-plus staff offer a depth of submarine design, project management, supply chain, construction and engineering experience and expertise that is unparalleled in Australia’s defence industry. The company’s work on Australia’s nuclear-powered submarine build and the Collins Class Life of Type Extension takes place in Osborne, South Australia, with sustainment shared across Osborne and Henderson, Western Australia. ASC also plays a leading role in training Royal Australian Navy submariners.