At a Glance
- Tasks: Coordinate regional scheduling and planning activities for impactful infrastructure projects.
- Company: Queensland Government organisation focused on vital regional infrastructure.
- Benefits: Temporary contract with potential extension and opportunity to shape regional delivery.
- Other info: Cairns-based role with a chance to work collaboratively with diverse teams.
- Why this job: Make a difference in your community while honing your scheduling skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in program scheduling, strong organisational and communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 72000 - 88000 $ per year.
Coordinate regional scheduling and planning activities within a busy Queensland Government environment. Play a key role in coordinating regional programs, resources and delivery planning. Work closely with delivery teams to keep projects and priorities on track. Use your scheduling expertise to identify risks, manage milestones and support successful outcomes.
About the Organisation
Our client is a Queensland Government organisation responsible for delivering and maintaining important infrastructure across the region.
The Opportunity
Based in Cairns, this is an opportunity for an experienced Program Scheduler to support the effective planning and coordination of regional delivery activities. You will maintain high-level project and program schedules, monitor milestones and deliverables, identify potential delays and emerging risks, and provide timely updates to delivery teams. The role will also contribute to resource planning, apprentice and work experience coordination, planning meetings and the ongoing development of project schedules. This is a temporary contract with the possibility of extension.
About You
You will have experience in program or project scheduling, with strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities and communicate effectively with a range of stakeholders. You will ideally have:
- Experience using MS Project, Excel or other scheduling tools
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify variances, delays and risks
- Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills
- The ability to work collaboratively with delivery teams and stakeholders
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to research information and exercise sound judgement
What’s On Offer
- Cairns-based opportunity
- Temporary contract through to 30 April 2027
- Possibility of extension
- Opportunity to contribute to regional infrastructure delivery and planning
To be eligible to apply for this job, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or have an appropriate visa to be able to live and work in Australia.
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