EL1 Program Planner / Scheduler - New Framework Planning

Talent International is currently recruiting for an EL1 Program Planner / Scheduler – New Framework Planning to work for one of our Federal Government clients based in NSW (Multiple Office Locations). The position is a 6-month contract role with the possibility of extension. The role pays $602.55 per day + Super.

7.6 hours per day and 38 hours per week

Key Responsibilities:

Planning and Scheduling

• Develop and maintain integrated program schedules across multiple delivery streams.
• Align project timelines and dependencies across the New Framework Planning (NFP) program.
• Identify and manage critical paths, interdependencies and schedule risks.
• Maintain planning artefacts, baselines and scheduling documentation.

Program Coordination

• Coordinate planning cycles and schedule updates across the program.
• Facilitate planning workshops and stakeholder engagement activities.
• Ensure alignment between planning, reporting and delivery outcomes.

Reporting and Insights

• Produce schedule-based reporting, analysis and insights.
• Identify delivery risks, schedule slippage and potential impacts.
• Support executive reporting and informed decision-making.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Partner with delivery leads, program managers and key stakeholders across multiple streams.
• Foster collaboration and support integrated planning practices.

Staff Management

• Lead and develop planning capability within the team.
• Ensure quality, consistency and integrity of planning outputs.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will possess:

Essential Criteria

• Demonstrated experience developing and managing Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) in complex, multi-program environments, with proven experience as a Master Scheduler.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Project or equivalent scheduling tools.
• Strong expertise in dependency management, critical path analysis and schedule risk management.
• Ability to synthesise complex scheduling data into clear, actionable insights for senior stakeholders.
• Exceptional attention to detail with a strong focus on data quality and schedule integrity.

Desirable Criteria

• Experience operating within a PMO or Portfolio Management Office.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing priorities.
• Experience within Federal Government or other highly regulated environments.
• AGSVA Baseline Security Clearance (or higher).

If you are interested in this role, please APPLY NOW by submitting your resume in MS Word Format. For further information, you may contact Uvez Ahmed on 0480 806 154 / uvez.ahmed@talentinternational.com for a confidential discussion.