About the OpportunityAustal Defence Australia is seeking a dynamic Planning and Scheduling Lead to provide strategic leadership across planning and scheduling functions for complex shipbuilding programs. Reporting to the SSA Planning & Scheduling Manager within the Enterprise Program Management Office (EPMO), this role is critical to ensuring programmatic compliance and delivery excellence.About AustalAustal is Australia’s global shipbuilder, Defence prime contractor; and maritime technology partner of choice. We design, construct, and support defence and commercial vessels for the world’s leading operators with operations spanning Australia, the USA, Philippines, and Vietnam. Under the Strategic Shipbuilding Agreement, Austal is leading a new era of continuous naval shipbuilding in Western Australia. We’re driving innovation, supporting sovereign capability, and creating long-term opportunities for Australian industry and workers. Learn more at austal.com/ssaThis is your opportunity to contribute to projects of national significance. The maritime is now. What’s Involved Governance of Work Orders and Schedule IntegrationScope Integration and AlignmentPerformance Monitoring and ReportingRisk and Change ManagementProblem Solving and Continuous ImprovementSubcontractor Coordination You’ll Need 3-5+ years experience in project planning or scheduling within shipbuilding, defence, or complex manufacturing environmentsHigh attention to detail and accuracyStakeholder engagement skillsExperience working with ERP systems and planning frameworksUnderstanding of earned Value Management principles and reportingProficient in Primavera P6 and ExcelWhy Join Us?Competitive compensation and benefits package.Professional development and training opportunities.A supportive and dynamic work environment.Opportunities for career advancement within our growing organisation.At Austal we are committed to providing a safe and inclusive work environment for all. We believe that achieving greater diversity will enhance our operations and as such we actively encourage Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islanders, people of all backgrounds, ages, sexual orientation, and those with Disability to apply.Learn more at Careers at Austal Australia | Austal: Australia AUDHenderson6166