Planning Manager

At BAE Systems Australia

• Do interesting work that MATTERS
• ENJOY what you do
• GROW your career
• Be YOU

We work in a thriving sector – one that puts us at the forefront of exciting and meaningful work. Every day we push boundaries to produce some of the world’s most innovative and ground breaking technology. Individually we all contribute to our success. Collectively we make the impossible possible.

Recognised for delivering projects of global and national significance that help keep Australia safe, it is our shared passion that shapes our culture, and our people that make it a great place to work.

About the OPPORTUNITY

We have an exciting opportunity for a Planning Manager to join our Maritime Sustainment delivery team based at either Osborne Naval Shipyard, SA or Henderson Shipyard, WA.

Reporting to the PMO Manager, the Planning Manager is a member of the lead team, and will lead a team of Planners within the DDG program. The Planning Manager is also responsible for ensuring that the project planning processes are executed effectively, efficiently, and in alignment with organisational goals and standards.

We embrace flexible work arrangements at BAE Systems Australia, such as working a 9-day fortnight and hybrid working.

Key responsibilities include:

• Lead the Program Planning strategy and the central Project Planning Team
• Collaborate with and support the Project Controls Manager to achieve program objectives
• Contribute to the development of the DDG Earned Value Management Plan
• Ensure implementation of program baseline is in accordance with the Earned Value Management Plan including appropriate use of all mandated tools
• Ensure schedule data integrity and compliance with contract requirements
• Provide schedule reporting and analysis data to the Senior Lead Team on a monthly basis
• Assist the project team with best practice planning techniques and advice
• Present and discuss Planning/P6 data knowledgably at Customer progress meetings
• Contribute to the management of continuous improvement of the company EVMS
• Assistance with the company internal surveillance program
• Provide technical guidance and peer review within Project Planning community
• Provide support to Customer EVM audits such as IBRs
• Establish and enforce program planning governance frameworks, policies, and procedures
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulations, contract and organisational policies

About YOU

• Tertiary qualifications in Project Management or equivalent (advantageous)
• Previous experience as a Senior Planner / Controller
• Experience with Primavera P6 and/or COBRA
• Advanced Excel skills and/ or Tableau experience would be advantageous
• Strong understanding of Earned Value Management principles
• Ability to interact effectively with stakeholders both internal and external to BAE Systems to implement business requirements
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously under time constraints, solve problems and make decisions
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
• Current Baseline Defence security clearance or eligibility to obtain

We believe in hiring for potential, we know that some candidates hesitate if they don’t tick all the boxes. If this role interests you, but you don’t meet all the criteria, we still encourage you to apply.

About US

You will be joining a workplace that truly cares about your wellbeing.

Our people are diverse and we value the variety of perspectives this brings, we know that a culture that is inclusive and fosters a sense of belonging is a place we can all make the most of our unique talents and be our best.

As Australia’s largest defence company in a rapidly growing sector, you will be connected into a global team and encouraged to explore where your career might take you whether that is a traditional career path or squiggly one, there are infinite possibilities for you at BAE Systems Australia.

BAE Systems recognises the sacrifices of those who have served our Nation and their families. We support our veteran community through our internal veteran network (VetNet Australia) and strong charitable partnerships, internal offerings including reserve service leave, a Veteran Mentoring Program and other exclusive offerings available through our strategic partners.

We welcome applicants from all people regardless of sex, gender identity, race, ethnicity, disability, pregnancy, age, or other lived experience; and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for all positions.

We are proud to be recognised as an employer of choice for women by WORK180.

Awarded the 2024 Quarter 1 Benchmarcx Triple R- Excellence In Candidate Experience Certification. As a member of the Circle Back Initiative we commit to respond to every applicant.

To learn more about our competitive employee benefits, flexibility, other employment opportunities and what to expect from our recruitment process please visit: www.baesystemscareers.com.au

Clearances

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 appropriate clearances. Further information regarding security clearances.