Lead Project Planner

Description:

At BAE Systems Australia
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We work in a thriving sector – one that puts us at the forefront of exciting and meaningful work. Every day we push boundaries to produce some of the world's most innovative and ground breaking technology. Individually we all contribute to our success. Collectively we make the impossible possible.
Recognised for delivering projects of global and national significance that help keep Australia safe, it is our shared passion that shapes our culture, and our people that make it a great place to work.
About The OPPORTUNITY
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Lead Project Planner to join our Hunter Class Program delivery team.
Reporting to the Project Planning Manager, the Lead Project Planner will be responsible for the proper use of the company Earned Value Management (EVM) System so that the project management team can adequately monitor and report on project cost, schedule progress and risk status.
In the conduct of assigned duties, the successful applicant must maintain the goodwill of the Customer and company management, by ensuring that our established EVM processes are carried out to report and manage the project with timely, accurate EVM data.
We embrace flexible work arrangements at BAE Systems Australia, such as working a 9-day fortnight and hybrid working.
Key responsibilities include:
Developing and maintaining Integrated Master ScheduleDeveloping and maintaining performance measurement baselineManage and control a fully resourced and integrated Project Schedule and Control Account detailed schedulesLeading the analysis and reporting of schedule critical path, critical activities, and milestonesManage and control the Work Package (or tailored Planning packages/ tasks) level including EV techniquesDeveloping objective measurement and reporting system to assist managing schedule health.Improving overall schedule health of Integrated Master ScheduleAssisting Integration of Integrated Master Schedule data sets into project controls and cost reporting systemsProviding scheduling support and advice to the development of Tasking Statements.Developing and Maintaining resource demand and utilisation data in support of capacity planning
About YOU
Tertiary qualifications in Project Management or equivalent (advantageous)Previous experience as a PlannerExperience with Primavera P6 and/or COBRAAdvanced Excel skills and/ or Tableau experience would be advantageousStrong understanding of Earned Value Management principlesExtensive scheduling and cost experienceAbility to interact effectively with stakeholders both internal and external to BAE Systems to implement business requirementsDemonstrated ability to work autonomously under time constraints, solve problems and make decisionsExcellent communication skills both written and verbalCurrent Baseline Defence security clearance or eligibility to obtain
We believe in hiring for potential, we know that some candidates hesitate if they don't tick all the boxes. If this role interests you, but you don't meet all the criteria, we still encourage you to apply.
About US
You will be joining a workplace that truly cares about your wellbeing.
Our people are diverse and we value the variety of perspectives this brings, we know that a culture that is inclusive and fosters a sense of belonging is a place we can all make the most of our unique talents and be our best.
As Australia's largest defence company in a rapidly growing sector, you will be connected into a global team and encouraged to explore where your career might take you whether that is a traditional career path or squiggly one, there are infinite possibilities for you at BAE Systems Australia.
BAE Systems recognises the sacrifices of those who have served our Nation and their families. We support our veteran community through our internal veteran network (VetNet Australia) and strong charitable partnerships, internal offerings including reserve service leave, a Veteran Mentoring Program and other exclusive offerings available through our strategic partners.
We welcome applicants from all people regardless of sex, gender identity, race, ethnicity, disability, pregnancy, age, or other lived experience; and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for all positions.
We are proud to be recognised as an employer of choice for women by WORK180.
Awarded the 2024 Quarter 1 Benchmarcx Triple R- Excellence In Candidate Experience Certification. As a member of the Circle Back Initiative we commit to respond to every applicant.
To learn more about our competitive employee benefits, flexibility, other employment opportunities and what to expect from our recruitment process please visit: www.baesystemscareers.com.au
Clearances
As a Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and either possess or be eligible to obtain and maintain appropriate clearances. Further information regarding security clearances.