APS 5&6 Project Schedulers (Nuclear-Powered Submarines ) - Australian Government Department of Defence

Description : APS 5&6 Project Schedulers (Nuclear-Powered Submarines ). Company : Australian Government Department of Defence. Location : Canberra ACT

  • Ongoing & Non-Ongoing
  • Canberra - ACT, Adelaide – SA, Perth - WA
  • $78,143 - $97,790 (pro-rata for part-time vacancies – plus Super)


The Role

Australia’s acquisition of conventionally-armed, nuclear-powered submarines is historic and transformational. The Pathway announced on 14 March 2023, will deliver Australia a world-class capability that will see our nation become one of only seven countries that operate nuclear-powered submarines. This game changing capability will enhance Australia’s capacity to deter conflict and support security, peace and economic prosperity in the Indo-Pacific.

AUKUS partners have identified an Optimal Pathway to achieve an enduring nuclear-powered submarine capability for Australia. To support the implementation of this we are looking for multiple APS 5&6 Project Schedulers to support the development and delivery of this complex acquisition. As a Project Scheduler you will work as part of a multidisciplinary team of ADF members, public servants and contractors.


APS 5 Project Scheduler duties include, but are not limited to:
  • Assist in the coordination of the development and maintenance of project planning activities
  • Ensure outcomes from planning activities are progressed
  • Work collaboratively with stakeholders
  • Prepare reports, briefs and documentation relating to project planning and performance

APS 6 Project Scheduler duties include, but are not limited to:
  • Develop and maintain project schedule planning activities
  • Coordinate project performance and identify the need for change
  • Develop project briefs and reports
  • Identify risks, uncertainties and opportunities during the planning process and implement agreed recommendations
  • Assess and evaluate information and processes for compliance with extant legislation, policy, contracts and agreements

About our Team
As part of the Taskforce you will be working at the cutting edge of capability delivery, supported by professionalisation pathways so you can continue to develop, along with unique and varied career opportunities.

Our people are capable, committed and diverse. We support an inclusive culture that emphasises respect and collaboration and prioritises safety and security. Our greatest asset is our people.

We offer flexible working arrangements and a range of formal and informal professional development opportunities.

Our Ideal Candidate
We are a dynamic organization seeking employees who are agile, innovative, motivated and energised to join our team.

Our ideal candidate will be enthusiastic and eager to learn with good interpersonal skills, a creative approach to problem solving and with a willingness to learn. We are looking for people who are adaptable and flexible with the ability to synthesise diverse information to form insightful conclusions. It would be preferable if candidates have strong communication skills and have demonstrated the ability to work autonomously whilst being part of a team.

We are looking for motivated and responsive people to come and join this exciting undertaking. You will have the opportunity to shape work with Defence, other Agencies, industry, Australian Government regulators, state and territory agencies and international partners.