At Austal, we don’t just build ships — we build futures. Join a team delivering world-class maritime capability while growing your career in a supportive, safety-first environment. We offer strong benefits, ongoing development, and real pathways for progression.

We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, veterans, and individuals from all backgrounds.

What’s on Offer

• 9-day fortnight (RDO every second Friday)
• Permanent, full-time role with career growth
• Great perks: salary sacrificing, novated leasing, discounts, insurance savings, purchased leave, EAP

About the Role

We’re seeking a Senior Scheduler to join our Cairns team. Reporting to the Scheduler Lead, you’ll develop and maintain project schedules that support sustainment contracts.

This role goes beyond timelines — you’ll use data to drive decision-making, working with stakeholders to ensure performance is measurable, aligned, and EVM-compliant.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and manage detailed project schedules
• Set baselines for resource and capacity planning
• Maintain consistent, accurate scheduling across teams
• Support EVM reporting and variance control
• Improve scheduling systems and processes

What You’ll Bring

• Australian Citizenship (for clearance)
• ~5 years’ scheduling experience
• Primavera P6 proficiency (2+ years)
• Understanding of EVM, forecasting, and cost estimation
• Strong analytical and communication skills
• Defence, Government, or commercial project experience (desirable)
• AIPM certification (CPPM or higher) (desirable)
• Shipbuilding/Defence background (desirable)

Why Austal?

• Competitive salary and benefits
• Ongoing training and development
• Collaborative, high-performing team
• Real career progression opportunities

Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Learn more at Careers at Austal Australia | Austal: Australia