Project Planning & Control Specialist

At Thales, we know technology has the ability to make our world more secure, sustainable, and inclusive – and that it’s all driven by human intelligence.

Because it takes human intelligence to build and power the systems and solutions that people depend on every day. So we stay curious and make space for diverse points of view. We share what we know and we challenge what’s possible.

From manufacturing and engineering to cybersecurity and space, we’re driving progress in some of the world’s most important industries – and working together to build a future we can all trust.

Our Benefits

• Fitness Passport Discount – Access to a network of Gyms across AUS as cheap as $14.95 P/W

• Medical Insurance for Family

• Bonus

• Employee discounts with a number of affiliates (Travel, Car hire, Tech, Medical Insurance)

• Modernised Paid Parental Leave

• Veterans Leave

• Novated Lease options

• Family support through our partnership with Parents at Work

• Personal & professional training development opportunities

• Sonder – Wellbeing & Support Partner

• 3% Super Match
   

Our Team

The Thales Australia AWS business offers ship repair, maintenance and asset management / in-service support capabilities for commercial and naval ships in Australia. The business also offers the provision of docking, reticulated services and facility maintenance within Garden Island.

About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced Project Planning & Control Specialist to join our team, focusing on schedule planning, monitoring, and control for assigned projects. This role emphasises Earned Value Management (EVM) to track performance against the Performance Measurement Baseline (PMB). You will work closely with various stakeholders to ensure effective scheduling, alignment, and accurate reporting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain project schedules using tools like Primavera and Microsoft Project.

• Collaborate to create an accurate Performance Measurement Baseline (PMB).

• Perform variance analysis and report on schedule progress against the PMB.

• Support Earned Value Management (EVM) reporting and deliverables.

• Conduct schedule risk assessments and ensure schedule health using tools such as DCMA 14-point checks and Acumen Fuse.

• Facilitate Integrated Baseline Reviews (IBR) and other project review processes.

• Provide coaching to junior team members.

• Ensure adherence to project management processes and assist in finance-related analysis when required.

Qualifications and Experience:

• TAFE, tertiary, or equivalent qualifications in Business, Engineering, or a related field.

• Minimum 6 years of experience in a project scheduling or EVM environment.

• Proficient in Primavera, Microsoft Project, or equivalent scheduling tools.

• Strong knowledge of scheduling methodologies like PERT and Critical Path Method (CPM).

• Experience with financial and budgetary controls for projects.
   

Desirable:

• Experience in maritime or engineering project lifecycles.

• Familiarity with risk analysis tools like Primavera Risk Analysis or Acumen Risk.

Good to Know:

As a Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and eligible to obtain and maintain an appropriate clearance. To learn more about clearances please visit – http://www.defence.gov.au/AGSVA/

It’s easy to dismiss the perfect opportunity if you don’t see yourself as the perfect fit. If this role feels right – no matter your background or personal circumstances – please introduce yourself or join our community. We’re committed to supporting a diverse workplace, and that starts here.

We’re proud to be endorsed by WORK180 as an Employer for All Women, but we know there’s always more we can do. We’ll continue to foster industry partnerships, employee resource groups (ERGs) and development opportunities to make Thales a genuinely equitable employer, for everyone.

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