Strategic Scheduling Lead

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Leader to become the next Scheduling and Control Team Leader. In this critical role, you will oversee the scheduling function across multiple projects and programmes, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, reliable schedules that underpin successful outcomes. You will manage a team of schedulers, develop and refine scheduling practices, and act as a trusted advisor to senior management for decision-making support. This position offers a unique opportunity to lead transformational change, embedding best practices in project controls and scheduling within a dynamic environment committed to continual improvement.

Your responsibilities include leading the development and maintenance of integrated project schedules, establishing governance for baseline and change management, and driving schedule quality through industry-standard techniques like Earned Value Management and dependency management. You will collaborate with project managers, vendors, and external stakeholders, fostering positive relationships to ensure alignment and effective communication across the organisation.

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the scheduling and controlling team, defining strategic direction and overseeing day-to-day activities
• Establish and enforce scheduling standards, including baseline and change control processes
• Support the development of integrated master schedules, ensuring cross-portfolio dependency tracking and risk management
• Implement schedule performance metrics such as Schedule Performance Index and Earned Value Management tools
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimise scheduling and project controls practices
• Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to maintain schedule data integrity and quality
• Provide insights and reports on schedule health, progress, and risks to senior leadership
• Mentor team members, fostering a collaborative environment that promotes professional growth

What You Will Bring

• Formal tertiary qualification in project management, engineering, or a related field
• A minimum of 10 years of experience in project scheduling and control within complex, enterprise environments
• Extensive knowledge of scheduling techniques including Earned Value Management, Dependency Management, and Rolling Wave Planning
• Proven experience leading and developing high-performing scheduling teams
• Strong expertise with scheduling tools such as Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project
• Deep understanding of project frameworks such as PMBoK, MSP, Agile PM
• Exceptional stakeholder management and communication skills with the ability to influence at senior levels
• Analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and deliver actionable insights
• Professional accreditation such as PMI-SP, AACE PSPS, or similar will be highly regarded

Additional Attributes

• Demonstrated commitment to safety, compliance, and quality standards
• A customer-centric approach with a focus on stakeholder satisfaction
• Capacity to manage multiple priorities and foster a culture of continuous improvement

Other Requirements

• Australian citizenship or permanent residency essential
• Willingness to travel within Australia as required
• Ability to work effectively within a disciplined governance environment

Be part of a respected organisation that values innovation, safety, and leadership. Take the next step in your career by applying now, and contribute to shaping the future of aviation in Australia. Your expertise could be the driving force behind critical national infrastructure and safety initiatives.

To be considered for the role click the 'apply' button or for more information about this and other opportunities please contact Irina Alrogi on +61 (0)2 6151 9203 or email: ialrogi@paxus.com.au and quote the above job reference number.

Paxus values diversity and welcomes applications from Indigenous Australians, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people living with a disability. If you require an adjustment to the recruitment process, including the application form in an alternate format, please contact me on the above contact details.