AddressAbout the role
We have an exciting opportunity for a suitably experienced Master Scheduler to join the Integration Management Team. This will be offered as a permanent role where you will be critical to ensuring the successful delivery of the organisation’s Integration Roadmap as we work to build a new bank under the single brand of People First Bank.
You will be instrumental in enabling programs to translate business case outcomes into a logically sequenced and dependency driven plan from which, informed decisions can be made.
As part of and working with the program delivery teams, you will develop a single master schedule, defining critical execution pathways to identify and resolve blockers, and enabling delivery against program quality.
You will be working as part of a geographically dispersed team and will have strong capabilities in self-managing your work, collaborating with people remotely ensuring you remain connected to the team and key stakeholders.
Your key responsibilities will include:
- Developing, managing and maintaining an integrated portfolio master schedule that considers dependencies, constraints and resource availability.
- Challenging underlying assumptions behind program schedules to ensure they reflect tangible and achievable outcomes.
- Identifying and assessing risks, issues and conflicts that may impact the schedule, and developing mitigation plans.
- Monitoring project progress and identifying any deviations from the schedule.
- Conducting regular meetings and discussions with project teams to review and analyse project status, identify bottlenecks and recommend solutions.
- Providing accurate and timely reports, dashboards and visualisations that communicate project status, key metrics and performance indicators to stakeholders.
- Supporting the Integration Management Team by providing high quality reporting for key forums including Steering Committees, Executive and Board level reporting.
- Continuously improve scheduling processes, tools, and methodologies to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
About You:
You have demonstrative experience in working in a similar role in a complex, inter-connected portfolio. You have demonstrated resilience as you develop and consolidate a single comprehensive master schedule across the portfolio.
We also seek:
- Substantial proven experience as a Master Scheduler with portfolio level complexities and interdependencies.
- Demonstrated proficiency in data analysis and visualization tools, such as Excel or Tableau.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify critical paths, analyse complex data and make informed decisions.
- Expert level skills in project management software - Microsoft Project Online preferred.
- Well-developed communication skills with the ability to influence and motivate teams.
You completion or near completion of a certification in project management will be highly regarded.
Who are we?
It's an exciting time to join our organisation! On 1 March 2023, two of Australia's most successful member-owned banking organisations merged, to form Heritage and People's Choice - Australia's leading mutual banking organisation and a genuine, member-owned alternative to the major banks.
We exist to create a better future for our members and the communities in which they live.
We are 100% member owned, with approximately 720,000 members and 1,900 employees. We have dual head offices in Adelaide and Toowoomba, and 95 branches across South Australia, Victoria, New South Wales, Queensland and the Northern Territory, trading under two brands, Heritage Bank and People's Choice.
When you come to work at Heritage and People's Choice, you'll be joining a team of inclusive, friendly, and motivated employees who value making a difference every day for our members, community, and the planet. We are committed to creating an outstanding working environment where you feel supported, can continue to develop and are proud advocates of our members and our business.
Benefits of working for us
We believe the little extras can make a big difference in supporting your success. That's why we offer great incentives and benefits including:
- Paid parental leave and special leave provisions
- Flexibility and hybrid working arrangements
- Employee banking benefits and discounted insurances
- Work from anywhere philosophy with the flexibility to work from home or in the office
- Career development opportunities, and ongoing training, coaching and support
- A dedicated Employee Assistance Program for you and your family to access in times of need
- Paid volunteering days and access to a diverse range of community and charitable initiatives
If this sounds like you, then this is the next step in your career. Click 'Apply' now and submit your application, including a cover letter and current resume by Monday 1 July 2024.
We are committed to diversity and inclusion and support candidate requests for adjustments to accommodate disability, illness or injury, to enable everyone to equitably participate in our selection process.
