project scheduler.

Randstad Defence are currently securing experienced Project Controllers and Schedulers to support critical, high-profile national defence programs.

In this role, you will play a pivotal part in maintaining project integrity, managing baselines, and driving performance analytics across complex, long-term engineering and land/maritime initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Earned Value Management (EVM): Develop, maintain, and analyze EVM performance metrics, variances, and forecasts.
• Scheduling & Baselines: Establish and manage Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) using Primavera P6 or Open Plan Professional (OPP).
• Cost & Financial Control: Monitor budget performance, perform cost-to-complete forecasts, and reconcile actual costs against baselines.
• Risk & Issue Management: Collaborate with Project Managers to identify financial, schedule, and resource risks, providing actionable mitigation strategies.
• Reporting: Prepare high-quality performance dashboards and financial status reports for internal leadership and key stakeholders.

About You

• Security Clearance: Must hold an active Australian Baseline security clearance (or higher), or be eligible to obtain one.
• Experience: Proven track record as a Project Controller or Cost Schedule Controller within Defence, Aerospace, or heavy engineering environments.
• Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency in EVM, Primavera P6/OPP, and enterprise ERP systems (SAP/COBRA preferred).
• Communication: Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to translate complex schedule and cost data into clear strategic advice.

Interested?

Apply now or contact View email address on randstad.com Show phone number) directly for a confidential discussion!

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