Scheduler – Defence Sector
- Brisbane, Queensland
- Canberra, Australian Capital Territory
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Scheduler – Defence SectorYour KBR future – delivering solutions and changing the world
About KBR:
We are a company of innovators, thinkers, creators, explorers, volunteers and dreamers who all share one goal — to improve the world.
KBR delivers science, technology and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world. KBR employs approximately 34,000 people performing diverse, complex, and mission-critical roles in 33 countries.
For 65 years, KBR and its heritage companies are proud to have delivered some of Australia’s largest and most complex projects.
With around 2,000 employees in 6 primary offices throughout Australia, we are committed to social and environmental sustainability and delivering projects with a digital mindset driving innovation within our business and for our customers.
We help ensure mission success on land, in the air, at sea, in space and cyberspace for our Defence customers. From individual technologies and services to comprehensive project delivery and mission execution, no other company can match the breadth and depth of KBR.
KBR comprises a talented team who provide a broad spectrum of capabilities across Australia and the Asia Pacific. Our proven project teams readily address complex and multi-disciplinary activities, providing low-risk and cost-effective solutions to the Defence force.
The Opportunity:
KBR is seeking expressions of interest from experienced and detail-oriented Schedulers to support Defence programs across Brisbane and Canberra.
As a Scheduler, you will play a key role in the successful planning and delivery of Defence projects by developing, maintaining, and tracking detailed schedules. Your ability to manage dependencies, coordinate inputs from cross-functional teams, and present meaningful project insights will directly support decision-making and risk management across complex programs.
The key responsibilities of the role will include, but is not limited to:
Develop, manage, and maintain project schedules using tools such as Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project, in alignment with Defence project requirements.
Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and stakeholders to establish realistic timelines and dependencies.
Track progress against baseline schedules, identifying variances and recommending corrective actions where required.
Provide timely and accurate schedule reports, Gantt charts, and forecasting insights to project leadership.
Assist with risk and change management activities, assessing potential impacts on schedule performance.
Ensure alignment with Defence schedule management frameworks, including ASDEFCON and Defence Capability Life Cycle.
Contribute to project planning reviews, governance forums, and milestone readiness assessments.
As the ideal candidate you will bring:
Demonstrated experience as a Scheduler or Project Planner, ideally within Defence, engineering, or complex infrastructure environments.
Proficiency in scheduling tools such as Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, or equivalent software.
Understanding of project controls, scheduling best practices, and Defence project management methodologies.
Strong analytical and communication skills with the ability to liaise effectively across diverse teams.
High attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines.
Experience with Earned Value Management (EVM) and integrated master schedules is advantageous.
Australian Citizenship is essential due to security clearance requirements.
NV1 security clearance or the ability to obtain one is highly desirable.
Benefits of KBR
A workplace culture certified as a Great Place To Work (Aus, India, UK & US)
Flexible working conditions
Competitive salary (including annual reviews)
Paid Parental leave
Paid Reservist leave
Income protection
Corporate rewards
Salary packaging/Novated leasing
Discounted employee stock purchase plans
Flu shots, skin checks and private health insurance discounts
Career development: Online learning, mentorship and career pathways
If you’re ready to shape tomorrow, let’s get started. Apply Now!
KBR acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of Country throughout Australia and their continuing connections to land, sea, community and culture. We pay our respects to Elders past and present.
As a Major Service Provider of the Australian Defence Force, an AGSVA security clearance will be required and compliance to International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). As such, our hiring decisions are based on the key requirements of each role and candidates are selected based on their unique strengths and experiences.
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