Planner / Scheduler

About the Company

PERSOL is one of Australia's largest and longest serving recruitment providers. Delivering both quality temporary and permanent options, we specialise in the recruitment of Professional, ICT, Government, STEM, Management and Executive talent.

Our Tier 1 Mining Client is looking for an experienced Senior Project Planner to join a major resources organisation supporting large-scale mining and infrastructure projects.

Roster: 8/6 FIFO from Perth

Start date: ASAP

Duration: approx. 6 months - with potential to extend

Pay Rate: $70.00 - $80.00 p/h + Super depending on experience

Please note that only people with relevant experience will be considered and contacted.

About the Role

Working within a dynamic project delivery team, you will be responsible for developing, maintaining and monitoring project schedules, providing schedule insights, and supporting successful project execution through effective planning and controls.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled Project Planner with strong mining, engineering or construction experience to work on complex projects with a leading organisation.

• Roster: 8/6 FIFO from Perth
• Start date: ASAP
• Duration: approx. 6 months - with potential to extend
• Pay Rate: $70.00 - $80.00 p/h + Super depending on experience

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules using Primavera P6.
• Manage baseline schedules, progress updates and forecasting activities.
• Provide regular reporting including progress updates, dashboards, S-curves and schedule narratives.
• Monitor project performance against approved timelines, milestones and deliverables.
• Identify risks, delays and potential schedule impacts, providing mitigation strategies.
• Perform critical path analysis, float management and recovery planning.
• Support project teams with look-ahead planning and schedule optimisation.
• Assist with change management, extension of time assessments and schedule impact analysis.
• Collaborate with Project Managers, Engineers, Contractors and key stakeholders.

Required Experience

• Proven experience as a Project Planner, Senior Planner or Planning Engineer.
• Strong experience supporting mining, resources, construction, infrastructure or energy projects.
• Advanced knowledge of Primavera P6 and/or Microsoft Project.
• Experience developing and managing complex project schedules.
• Strong understanding of project controls, earned value management and progress measurement.
• Ability to interpret engineering, construction and project delivery requirements.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.

Desirable Experience

• Previous experience working on mining projects.
• Exposure to EPC/EPCM environments.
• Experience with shutdowns, brownfield projects or major capital works.
• Knowledge of cost-loaded and resource-loaded schedules.
• Experience with schedule risk analysis and delay assessments.

How to Apply

If you are interested in the role and fit the criteria, please apply online today! If you have any further questions before applying online, please email Holly Storor at holly.storor@persolapac.com

PLEASE NOTE - only applicants with recent experience will be considered

Who we are

At PERSOL, we connect people to meaningful work and growth.
With decades of experience and a future-focused mindset, we're here to support your career journey. We offer fresh opportunities, trusted guidance, and a people-first approach.

We're committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and respectful workplace that embraces diverse experiences, backgrounds, and perspectives.
We strongly encourage applications from women, people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, and individuals from all communities.

Ready to make your next move? Apply now to join our team.

To learn more about life at PERSOL, visit persolaustralia.com
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Consultant

• Holly.Storor@persolkelly.com.au

Reference number: 210390649