Maintenance Scheduler - Fixed Term Contract

Job Description

Maintenance Scheduler - Fixed Term Contract It's an exciting time to be joining Navantia Australia, one of Australia's leading companies in the Maritime Sustainment industry. Navantia Australia currently has an exciting opportunity for a Maintenance Scheduler to join the team out of its Garden Island, Sydney office. This position is a fixed term contract until 30th June 2025. The Maintenance Scheduler is responsible for developing and maintaining the Project integrated schedule for ship maintenance availabilities and for preparing work packages and supporting associated planning activities. In this role, you will: Develop and maintain the integrated project schedule for maintenance activities on the AOR ships. Ensure the Main Work List (MWL) aligns with the schedule and parts & material status is identified for each task. Update the schedule during maintenance periods and provide the required reports to the Project Manager and other stakeholders (critical path, histograms, by WBS and by Subcontractor). Liaise with stakeholders and subcontractors to continuously refine the schedule and update progress. Provide schedule progress reports for Stage Gate reviews and weekly status meetings. Prepare schedules to support survey and quote activities, maintenance windows of opportunity and adhoc URDEF work. Conduct what if scenarios in the schedule to determine the impact of additional or new work. Assist planning in the development and control of work packages for maintenance availability periods. Support the maintenance team in the selection of subcontractors for maintenance work and in establishing the project budget and compiling cost reports. Work closely with the Project Manager to ensure any issues arising in the schedule are reported. Work closely with the AOR Master Scheduler to ensure relevant key dates and milestones are consistent between the Program Schedule and the EMP maintenance schedules. Improve work force productivity by identifying conflicts in the schedule and offering potential solutions. Support the Project Manager in the closeout of completed work packages including assisting in the review of OQE. As the ideal candidate, you will have: Technical/Trade Background with post trade qualifications (Cert IV, Diploma or equivalent) Proven skills and experience in the development of detailed and complex project schedules in a maintenance environment Minimum 3 years’ experience in trade work planning activities. Marine industry preferred. Advanced skills in a computer based scheduling tool such as MS Project, Open Plan or Prima Vera. Very strong interpersonal skills. Demonstrated ability to operate autonomously using initiative, sound reasoning, listening and decision making skills. Demonstrated ability to deliver results in a high pressure environment whilst working to deadlines. Ability to communicate effectively and build positive relationships at all levels of the business and clients. Strong written and verbal skills Experience in a Marine or Naval environment will be highly regarded Australian Citizenship holding or eligible for an Australian Government Security Vetting Agency (AGSVA) Defence Security Clearance. About Us: Navantia Australia specialises in project management, engineering services and through life support in the naval shipbuilding domain. We provide the Royal Australian Navy (Navy) with cross platform solutions through our heritage and evolved capability as an Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and our platform integration expertise. As the designer and through participation in the Destroyer Guided Missile (DDG), Auxiliary Oiler Replenishment (AOR), Landing Helicopter Dock (LHD) and LHD Landing Craft (LLC) programs, Navantia Australia has been a vital part of interesting, innovative and cutting-edge shipbuilding and sustainment activities. Navantia Australia also supports the Navy through provision of design compliant and product engineering upgrades to meet demands for capability advancements to accommodate for new and emerging threats. #J-18808-Ljbffr