Project Scheduler - Contract - FIFO

Are you an experienced Project Scheduler looking for your next challenge in the mining sector? Our industry-leading client is seeking a highly skilled professional to drive scheduling excellence within their portfolio

Location: Perth-based FIFO to a leading mining site
Roster: 8/6 or 4/3 (ex-Perth)
Contract: Initial 6-month secondment

Are you a dynamic and results-driven Project Scheduler looking for your next challenge? A leading mining company is seeking an experienced professional to support capital project planning and execution at their mine site. This role is a FIFO position (8/6 or 4/3 roster) reporting to the Project Controls Senior and offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to major mining projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain Level 4 schedules for capital projects, ensuring alignment with key milestones and deliverables.
• Work closely with project managers and stakeholders across engineering, procurement, shutdowns, and operations to coordinate project timelines.
• Monitor project progress, identify variances, and recommend corrective actions to keep schedules on track.
• Prepare and present detailed project status reports, forecasts, and risk assessments using Primavera P6 and Power BI.
• Regularly update schedules while maintaining compliance with governance frameworks and project control standards.
• Facilitate project meetings, workshops, and progress reviews to drive successful project execution.
• Manage change control processes, assessing and integrating schedule impacts effectively.

Skills & Experience:

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in project scheduling with Primavera P6.
• Proficiency in SAP, Advanced MS Excel, and Microsoft Project (essential).
• Experience with Power BI and Microsoft Power Platform Apps (advantageous).
• Strong knowledge of project management principles and project controls.
• Tertiary qualification in Engineering, Project Management, or Planning (highly regarded).
• Excellent organisational and time management skills, with high attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and solve problems with a continuous improvement mindset.

This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys driving scheduling excellence, and can effectively collaborate across multiple business units.

If you require further information please contact Huma on 0 418594901 or send an email to huma.irshad@talentinternational.com for further information.