Project Controls – Senior Scheduler

Job Location: Flinders Street, South Australia – We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role.

Who we are:

Join BAE Systems and you’ll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you’ll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You’ll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow – shaping a safer future, for all of us.

From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space – there’s no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you.

Role Description:

The Project Controls – Senior Scheduler is responsible for the company Schedule Management System through corporate Lifecycle Management (LCM) framework so that the project management team can adequately monitor and report on project cost, schedule progress and risk status. In addition they will be responsible in supporting others in the Project Controls Community with developing their capability in the scheduling skillset.

Core Duties:

• Assist the project team to establish the initial schedule baseline.
• Through use of various company tools, provide schedule project reporting and analysis data to the project team on a monthly basis
• Accountable for providing the required level of Senior management and control, and expert assistance towards delivering the project controls scope of work in support of the schedule baseline, the effective use of project controls tool sets and integration with project reporting as required by the project team
• Manage and control the baseline change control approvals and other baseline documentation
• Provide expert assistance in the use of schedule tools (Open Plan / Primavera / Microsoft Project).

Essential Skills:

• Proven performance at a similar level OR demonstrated proven performance and progression in the scheduling domain
• AIPM and/or PMI certification/s desirable
• Significant contributory responsibility to minimal to medium projects (up to $100 million in contract value and $25 million in annual sales) or minor contribution to large projects
• Ability to interact effectively with colleagues within and outside immediate team, to implement business requirements
• Well-developed self-management skills and demonstrated ability to work under own initiative to deliver outputs to time, quality and cost
• Ability to obtain or Maintain a Security Clearance.

Why BAE Systems?

Here you’ll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work – this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You’ll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what’s most important to you and your family – support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make.

A place where everyone can thrive

We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do.

We welcome applications from all candidates and strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply.

We are proud to be recognised as an employer of choice for women by WORK180 and recipients of the Benchmarcx Top Employer for Candidate Experience Excellence 2026. As members of the Circle Back Initiative, we commit to responding to every applicant.

If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact our recruitment team to discuss the support you may need. You can also connect with us via Careers and Employment.

Security statement

Please note, 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 one. Further information regarding security clearances.