Talent International, a leading Australian recruitment firm, has been engaged by our long-standing client, a leading ASX-listed manufacturer. We are seeking a Project Planner/Scheduler to join a major capital works project in heavy industry.

Role Title: Project Planner / Scheduler

Contract Length: Initial 12-month contract (highly likely to extend through to mid-2026)

Location + WFH Flexibility: Port Kembla (on-site presence required several times per week with flexibility available)

Hourly Pay: Up to $110 per hour including super

Client Industry: Manufacturing / Heavy Industry

Start Date: ASAP

Role Details:

You will provide detailed planning and scheduling support across a capital project, ensuring effective schedule development, progress tracking, and reporting. Working as a key member of the Project Team, you'll also help uphold a strong project safety culture while collaborating across internal and external stakeholders.

• Prepare and manage detailed work package schedules using Primavera P6, OPC, and MS Project
• Support the development of the overall master schedule in line with project execution strategy
• Monitor and report on schedule progress, risks, critical paths, and change impacts
• Liaise with engineers, contractors, vendors, and sub-contractors to verify schedule inputs
• Maintain schedule alignment through project reporting cycles, change control, and risk management
• Participate in weekly critical task meetings and monthly HSE/communications sessions
• Contribute to planning and schedule elements in contract meetings and monthly reporting

Required Skills and Experience:

• 5+ years of experience in major project planning/scheduling in heavy industry or mining (10+ ideal)
• Strong strategic planning and data analysis capabilities
• Excellent working knowledge of Primavera P6, OPC, and MS Project
• Proven ability to deliver accurate, timely planning services through feasibility and execution phases
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Experience in brownfield project delivery with complex scope and critical safety considerations
• White card (required); additional site inductions will be provided

Additional Details & Benefits:

• Full-time contract through to mid-2026
• Flexibility around working hours for the right candidate; key expectation is consistent on-site engagement
• Supportive project team and exposure to one of the most significant infrastructure upgrades in the manufacturing sector
• Strong team environment and opportunity to be involved in large-scale capital delivery

To Apply:

If this sounds like your next opportunity or you'd like to hear more, please apply now and submit your resume!