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At Kongsberg Defence Australia (KDAu), we are proud to be building sovereign capability right here in Australia. Join us to be part of part of a something meaningful, playing an essential role in delivering mission-critical projects and advanced defence systems in close collaboration with our global colleagues and local industry partners.
 
Join our team at the Kongsberg Missile Facility (KMF) in Newcastle, a state-of-the-art manufacturing and integration site purpose-built to deliver cutting-edge missile systems to the Australian Defence Force. This facility represents a significant milestone in Australia’s sovereign defence capability and offers the chance to work on projects that have national impact.
  
What makes KMF unique:

• Australia’s first purpose-built missile manufacturing facility.
• Hands-on involvement in end-to-end production, from assembly to testing.
• Opportunities to work closely with global Kongsberg teams and advanced technology partners.

We are currently seeking an experienced Project Scheduler to support the delivery of critical defence programs. In this role, you'll manage and maintain contract master schedules, monitor key milestones, and collaborate with internal teams and subcontractors to keep projects on track.

About the role:
As a Project Scheduler, you will:

• Develop and maintain the contract Master Schedule for assigned projects/programs. 
• Prepare high-level and milestone-based schedules to support project scope, reporting, and stakeholder understanding. 
• Monitor and report on progress against milestones and critical path activities. 
• Contribute to Estimate at Complete (EAC) meeting by aligning schedule with cost forecasts. 
• Coordinate project activities and support internal and external project meetings.  

 What you'll Bring:

• Tertiary qualification in Project Management or related field.
• Minimum 5 years' experience as a Project Scheduler or Project Controller.
• Strong knowledge of project management principles and reporting cycles.
• Defence project experience and familiarity with ASDEFCON (highly regarded).

 Mandatory Requirements:  

• Must be able to access information controlled under the US International Traffic of Arms Regulations (ITAR). 
• Must be able to obtain and maintain an Australian security clearance.  

  
Why Join Us:
We are committed to being an employer of choice. Our Employee Value Proposition (EVP) offers industry-leading benefits including:

• Generous paid parental leave (26 weeks primary carer / 4 weeks secondary carer)
• 5 weeks annual leave and additional leave options.
• Above-superannuation guarantee employer contribution.
• Access to the WhereFit program, providing exclusive discounts on health, fitness, wellbeing, and lifestyle services.
• Ongoing professional development, training, and career pathways.

For more information or to have a confidential discussion please contact us at kdauhr@kongsberg.com.

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