Governance & Compliance Specialist

At CAE our mission is clear: to help make the world a safer place. For nearly 80 years weve driven innovation in simulation training and mission readiness to support critical operations worldwide. By leveraging advanced technologies we empower our customers to operate smarter faster and more sustainably. Join a purpose-driven organisation where bold ideas are encouraged collaboration drives progress and your growth fuels our shared success.

As a Governance and Compliance Specialist youll play a critical role in strengthening program governance performance assurance compliance and decision-making across our portfolio. Working within the Program Management Office (PMO) youll support project teams finance partners and leadership stakeholders by delivering accurate reporting earned value insights forecasting and portfolio governance activities.

This role offers the opportunity to develop expertise in Earned Value Management (EVM) project controls program governance workforce planning and financial forecasting while working across a diverse portfolio of projects. Youll collaborate with multiple parts of the business to support predictable program delivery enhanced performance visibility and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Support program governance activities through the delivery of project performance schedule financial and portfolio reporting.

• Assist with Earned Value Management (EVM) activities by analysing project cost schedule and performance metrics against established baselines.

• Develop maintain and analyse project schedules planning data and forecasting information within project management and ERP systems.

• Collaborate with project managers finance teams and operational stakeholders to support workforce planning resource forecasting and financial projections.

• Monitor performance trends risks and early warning indicators to provide meaningful insights that support informed decision-making.

• Contribute to the continuous improvement of PMO processes governance frameworks reporting practices and compliance activities.

• Bachelors degree in Business Project Management Finance Engineering or a related discipline.

• Approximately 3 years experience in a PMO project controls project analysis project coordination or similar environment.

• Understanding of project management methodologies governance frameworks and project lifecycle processes.

• Experience supporting project financial reporting budgeting forecasting or performance analysis.

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and identify performance trends.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to work across multiple business functions.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and reporting tools.

• Ability to work from our Homebush office in a hybrid capacity with a minimum of three days onsite per week.

• Australian Citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a Defence Security Clearance.

• Exposure to Earned Value Management (EVM) principles and project performance measurement.

• Experience working within a Project Management Office (PMO).

• Knowledge of project scheduling tools ERP systems and portfolio reporting processes.

• Experience within Defence Aerospace Aviation Engineering or other complex project delivery environments.

• Understanding of workforce planning and resource management practices.

Homebush NSW

We operate a hybrid working approach with a minimum of three days per week onsite at our Homebush office. This role may involve occasional collaboration with international stakeholders and teams.

• Opportunity to make a positive impact on Australian defence and security.
• Exciting career paths in a truly global business.
• Access to a generous ADF Reserve Service Policy.
• Wellness subsidy.
• Generous Parental Leave.
• Employee Share Scheme.
• Fitness Passport.
• Insurance Cover.
• And more!

As the Australian Department of Defence is a major client you must be eligible to obtain a Defence Security Clearance to work in this role. Please be mindful that one of the key requirements for obtaining a clearance is Australian Citizenship.

If this role fits what you are looking for and you believe you have the necessary skills and experience click Apply Now and attach your resume.

CAE is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants regardless of race nationality colour religion sex gender identity or expression sexual orientation disability neurodiversity veteran status age or other characteristics protected by law. We encourage applicants who may not meet every qualification to apply. Reasonable accommodations are available. Contact your recruiter if required.

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