Master Scheduler

Master Scheduler

Location:

Canberra 

Work Type:

Contract

Industry:

PMO & Project Management

Contact Name:

Carissa Burgos

Contact Phone:

(02) 6245 1700

Date Published:

28-Nov-2025

About Peoplebank:
Peoplebank, part of RGF Staffing ANZ, is a leading talent solutions provider. We place the brightest IT & digital professionals into some of the region’s top employers. We are expert recruiters who have been placing IT & digital specialists with some of the most dynamic and recognised organisations in the Asia Pacific region for over 34 years.
 
About the Role:
Our Federal Government Client is seeking an IT Project Master Scheduler.

This is a long-term contract role for 6 months, with an additional 6-month extension option, located at our client’s offices in Adelaide, Albury, Brisbane, Melbourne, Canberra, Newcastle, or Sydney (flexible working arrangements may apply).

Due to security clearance requirements for this role, candidates must be Australian citizens with  an existing Baseline security clearance. 

As the selected candidate, you will:
  • Build detailed project schedules and Work Breakdown Structures in Microsoft Project Professional for their End User programs (e.g., Modern Workplace Program, Staff Irritants and Opportunities Program, Tax Avoidance Taskforce initiatives, ERP Modernisation).
  • Maintain the Program Master Schedule, incorporating external delivery partner schedules, ensuring visibility of key milestones and supporting delivery leads.
  • Support project financial reporting processes, including preparation of summarised schedules and financial reports for governance forums.
  • Implement and manage the Program Dependency Management framework, including processes and tracking of inter-project dependencies.
  • Build capability and provide knowledge sharing/upskilling to internal APS team members.
  • Provide ad-hoc support for PMO activities under the Modern Workplace Program and/or ERP Modernisation Program.


To be successful in this role, you should have:
  • Advanced capability with Microsoft Project Professional, including building and managing complex project schedules and work breakdown structures.
  • Experience in managing schedules and reporting within enterprise-level project management tools.
  • Understanding of IT project scheduling principles, industry project management methodologies, and dependency management in large-scale IT programs.
  • Ability to support project financial tracking, reporting, and alignment with commercial management processes.
  • Established understanding and application of IT delivery frameworks and compliance requirements.
  • Technical appreciation and deep understanding of challenges and coordination required in complex multi-vendor environments.

It is desirable if you have:
  • Familiarity with Microsoft 365 tools such as Teams, SharePoint, and Power BI for collaboration and reporting.

 
  Benefits of being a Peoplebank candidate:
  • Personalised Attention: You’ll be assigned a dedicated Account Manager to support your unique needs.
  • User-Friendly Services and Ongoing Support: Easy online timesheet lodgement, plus full access to contractor care, payroll, and admin support throughout your contract.
  • Choice and Flexibility: A wide variety of contracting options tailored to your preferences and circumstances.
  • Industry-Leading Payroll Services: Enjoy the reliability of accurate, on-time weekly payments.
  • Contractor Satisfaction Focus: Our goal is to be your top choice for IT contracting and permanent roles—with your success at the centre of everything we do.
 
Apply now for immediate consideration – contact Carissa Burgos on 0262689778 quoting Job Reference: # 269125 .
 
Applications close: 4  December 2025, 
 
Please note: Only candidates that meet the above criteria will be contacted. Thank you for your interest in the position.
 
 
 
 
 
Seek summary:
Looking for a ___ for our fed gov’t client in Canberra. *Baseline/NV1* security clearance is required.
 
Three bullet points:
 
Contract:
  1. Federal government client in Canberra. *working arrangement*
  2. X months initial contract with X extension options
  3. X security clearance is required
 
Permanent:
  1. Federal government client in Canberra. *working arrangement*
  2. Permanent opportunity with excellent benefits package.
  3. X security clearance is required
 
 


Peoplebank and Leaders IT are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone belongs. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. If you need adjustments to the recruitment process due to your circumstances, please let us know—we’re here to support you.
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