Location:	Brisbane
Category:	Business Support
Position Type:	Permanent
Job Reference:	BOE/1877380B
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About Us

Boeing Defence Australia (BDA) is shaping the future of aerospace and delivering some of Australia's most critical defence programs. As leaders in the Defence Industry, we provide cutting-edge technology and innovative solutions to meet the evolving challenges of national security within an ever-changing landscape.  

Joining us is a chance to make your mark, working with a diverse team that is united in pushing the boundaries of imagination and excellence. As a BDA employee, you will join other innovative people who have the critical skills required to develop and deliver world class capabilities and systems that protect Australia and its national interests.

This is your opportunity to contribute to the future of the evolving Australian Defence environment. Advance your career with BDA where you'll be inspired, encouraged and empowered without limits.

Position Overview

Based in the Brisbane CBD, we are looking for a skilled schedule practitioner to join and be a key part of the Integrated Planning & Scheduling Office (IPSO).

Working closely with the IPSO Technical Lead, you will be immersed in Boeing Schedule Best Practices with a strategic focus on Programmatic planning that will enable you to support the needs of many different executing projects. In this role, you will also support the deployment of enhanced scheduling tools across the business.  

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the initial deployment of enhanced scheduling tools across BDA.
• Lead the subsequent deployment and implementation of scheduling tools across BDA
• Provide first-line tool support for BDAs scheduling tools suite.
• Support the development and delivery of IP&S training focused on upskilling our schedule practitioners, project managers and Control Account Managers (CAMs)
• Support programmatic development and maintenance of strategic planning artifacts to support execution.
• Analyse schedule execution data to identify trends and recommend continuous improvement.
• Provide surge support for complex scheduling efforts aligned with program execution plans, demonstrating leadership and accountability

Qualifications:

• Prior experience with Open Plan Professional (OPP) in the Defence industry, COBRA usage is an advantage
• 5+ years of experience in scheduling or program planning with 3+ years within the defence industry, or a relevant degree with 3+ years within the defence industry
• Extensive experience in operating Project Scheduling & Earned Value in a commercial environment
• Strong knowledge of project planning principles and techniques to achieve desired project outcome, including resource management
• Strong knowledge of planning & scheduling theory, concepts and principles required to deliver project outcomes
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Develop collaborative relationships in a team-based environment and builds rapport and trust among stakeholders

• Applicants must be an Australian Citizen and hold, or have ability to obtain, an Australian defence security clearance.

Benefits

We value the health and wellbeing of our employees and offer true flexibility including working from home, compressed work weeks, allowing you to balance your career with what is important to you outside of work.

Working within our team, you will have the opportunity to gain in-depth exposure across various exciting projects and build on your professional network with internal stakeholders and external partners in the industry.

• We understand the importance of work-life balance and provide a mixture of flexible office and remote working options.
• We will celebrate your successes and achievements with a formal reward and recognition program and through employee awards.
• We value your professional development and will provide a vast range of formal and informal training, as well as assistance for further education.
• We offer competitive salary packaging options, and our Employee Incentive Program includes a bonus scheme and a wide range of corporate discounts.
• As part of a global company, there are opportunities to build your career within a global aerospace leader with international mobility options. 

Our Culture
BDA is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where every team member can thrive. We believe that our strength lies in the diversity of our people and their unique perspectives. Join us and be part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and integrity. 

Ready to Make Your Mark?
If you are passionate about advancing Australia's defence capabilities and meet the qualifications, we encourage you to apply now and join Boeing Defence Australia's mission to deliver excellence.