Works Scheduler

A new name, a bright pathway ahead

Part of Downer Group, our newly formed Social Infrastructure and Citizen Services business unit brings amazing capability to the people of Australia and what matters most to them. We run hospitals, manage client data centres, we take asset management risk, and we are a trusted advisor and partner to our New Zealand and Australian Defence Forces. Arguably no other business within Downer better embodies our purpose; to enable our communities to thrive.

Join us on the journey

We currently have an opportunity for a Works Scheduler to join our team. You will oversee the planning and coordination of estate upkeep activities.

You will issue Preventive Planned Maintenance (PPM) schedules, verify work completion, and ensure that Service Delivery Partners (SDP) comply with contractual and industry standards.

What you’ll do

The role has a broad remit, with key responsibilities outlined below:

• Maintain essential documentation and upload PPM data for record-keeping.
• Prioritizing the scheduling of reactive works to promptly address client needs.
• Act as the main point of contact for issuing Preventive Planned Maintenance (PPM) works.
• Take the lead in verifying the completion status of monthly maintenance and repair works.
• Systematically review the Preventive Planned Maintenance (PPM) work plans submitted by the Service Delivery Partners (SDP).

What you’ll bring

• Graduate certificate in Asset & Maintenance Management
• Suitability for Defence security clearance (Australian Citizenship Mandatory)
• Trade Background would be highly regarded.
• experience in a similar field, i.e. work scheduling, estate upkeep, or facilities management.
• Experience working with Service Delivery Partners (SDP) or subcontractors as well as in-house technicians.
• Proficiency in using scheduling software and other relevant Computerised Maintenance Management Systems.
• Understanding of compliance and industry standards related to property and asset maintenance.
• Ability to interpret and analyse technical data.
• Financial literacy for budget management and cost control.

More than anything, you’ll have a strong work ethic, a positive attitude, and a drive to provide high quality outcomes for the Social Infrastructure and Citizen Services business unit and our clients.

Why work for us?

Working for the Social Infrastructure and Citizen Services business unit, means being part of something new and exciting.  With a bright future ahead of us, you find purpose here and have the opportunity to directly impact and contribute positively to our future.  You’ll also find a range of benefits available such as:

• Training and development to support your career.
• Internal career opportunities across the Downer Group business
• Affordable healthcare covers, discounted car purchase and rental (with selected brands), and other retail discounts.
• An Employee Assistance Program providing access to professionals to support you (and your family) to achieve your personal or professional goals through wellbeing coaching, counselling, financial advice, legal advice and more.

This exciting role offers you the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment with a highly successful organisation. If you are passionate about what you do and motivated to succeed, then apply now.

Downer Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture. We do not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, religion, colour, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability. Accordingly, we encourage applications from people of diverse backgrounds, including First Nations People and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.