Project Scheduler at Downer Group

Canberra, , Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

07 Apr, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Project scheduling, Integrated master schedules, MS Project, ServiceNow, Workflow management, Kanban boards, JIRA, Stakeholder engagement, Communication skills, Training development, Standard operating procedures, Technical expertise, Capability uplift, Project reporting, Defence project management

Industry

Civil Engineering

Description

Join our Downer Professional Services team and play a key role in delivering complex defence and national security projects that safeguard Australia’s future.  Downer Professional Services comprises of three business units our Technical, Advisory, and Capability consulting practice, and Team Downer, which partners with CASG and NSSG as a major service provider to Defence. Together, we are a multi-disciplinary advisory and delivery partner of choice for clients across Defence and National Security. We currently have an opportunity for a Project Scheduler in Canberra or Melbourne.   What You’ll Do   This role offers a broad scope, with key role responsibilities including: * Develop and manage Integrated Master Schedules, providing expert scheduling advice and using tools such as MS Project to support IADB project delivery. * Support project reporting and workflow management, ensuring effective use of ServiceNow across the branch for project management activities. * Create and maintain visual workflow tools, including Kanban boards and, where required, JIRA boards for selected branch projects. * Engage regularly with Project Managers and Directors, contributing to the development of Schedule Management training materials and Standard Operating Procedures. * Provide technical schedule‑management expertise, supporting APS capability uplift while assisting with ad‑hoc and priority tasks as directed by the Commonwealth. What You’ll Bring * Strong project scheduling and planning expertise, including the ability to develop and manage Integrated Master Schedules using tools such as MS Project. * Experience with project management systems, particularly supporting project reporting and workflow activities within ServiceNow, and familiarity with Kanban boards and JIRA. * Effective stakeholder engagement and communication skills, enabling regular collaboration with Project Managers and Directors to develop training materials and SOPs. * Ability to provide technical schedule‑management guidance, supporting capability uplift and knowledge development across APS staff. * Flexibility to support branch priorities, including delivering ad‑hoc project management tasks and responding to evolving Commonwealth requirements. Due to the nature of the work, you are required to currently hold and maintain a minimum Negative Vetting 1 or higher Security clearance as required by the Commonwealth. In some instances, compliance with International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) requirements may also be an inherent requirement.   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 is means to belong at Downer Professional Services  * Meaningful work: Help to deliver critical Defence projects that protect Australia and shape its future. * Professional development: Access career mapping, accelerated learning programs, and shared learning through our Communities of Practice. * Great perks: Enjoy discounts on healthcare, retail, vehicles, and more through Perks@Downer. * Veteran support: Benefit from initiatives like up to 20 days of Reservist Leave to stay connected post-service. You want your work to matter and so do we.  With over 26,000 people across Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific, our team is made up of individuals with unique perspectives, backgrounds, and ideas. We know that diversity makes us stronger and we actively celebrate it through our commitment to inclusion and belonging.   We’re committed to building a team that reflects the diverse communities we serve and we welcome people of all ages, genders, sexual orientations, cultures, abilities, and lived experiences. We especially encourage applications from those whose voices have traditionally been underrepresented in our industry, including women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, Māori and Pasifika Peoples, veterans, people with disability, and neurodivergent individuals.  Even if your experience doesn’t align perfectly with this role, we’d still like to hear from you. If it feels like the right fit, apply - potential counts, and so do you.   As a WORK180 Endorsed Employer, we support flexibility that works for your life, inclusive leadership that values your voice, and equitable access to opportunity so you can do your best work and bring your whole self to it.   If you need support or adjustments through the recruitment process, just let us know, we’re here to help you put your best foot forward.

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Responsibilities

Develop and manage Integrated Master Schedules using MS Project while supporting project reporting and workflow management via ServiceNow. Engage with project leadership to provide technical scheduling expertise and contribute to the development of training materials and standard operating procedures.