Planner, Scheduler - Cranes and Transport

WorkPac—Technical Professional

Perth, WA

Production, Planning and Scheduling (Manufacturing, Transport and Logistics)

Full time

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Work on diverse crane and transport projects across Pilbara sites

Collaborative, inclusive team environment with strong safety culture

6-month FIFO opportunity from Perth

About the Client:

Rio Tinto operates the world's largest integrated portfolio of iron ore assets. These assets include a world-class, integrated network of 15 iron ore mines, four port facilities, a 1,700-kilometer rail network, and related infrastructure. Rio Tinto is expanding operations in the Pilbara to epic proportions while introducing next-generation technologies to deliver greater efficiency, lower production costs, and improved health, safety, and environmental performance.

About the Role:

WorkPac is currently in search of a Planner/Scheduler—Cranes and Transport to join our esteemed client's team based in Paraburdoo/West Angelas. This position is based on a FIFO 5:2, 4:3 roster from Perth for a 6-month duration.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Plan and schedule crane and transport assets across East and West Pilbara sites

Optimise fleet use and personnel allocation to reduce external hire costs

Coordinate closely with site and internal planning teams to maximise resource efficiency

Use SAP, Microsoft Project, and Excel to manage scheduling tasks and reporting

Support crane supervisors and execution teams with scheduling and work management

Assist with planning for sustaining capital and coordinating external vendor resources

Contribute to weekly reporting on resource and asset utilisation metrics

Skills and Experience:

Experience in planning, scheduling or logistics roles

Proficient in Excel, SAP, and Microsoft Project

Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills

Knowledge of crane operations or capacity planning is an advantage

Commitment to safety and understanding of work management processes

C-Class WA Drivers Licence

About WorkPac

WorkPac is Australia’s largest privately owned workforce services business with over 1.3 million registered candidates. We offer tailored solutions in recruitment, skills, and career development across mining, construction, healthcare, and more. Our consistent promise to both candidates and clients is that choosing WorkPac is always a ‘Good Move.’

NOTE: Never make payment to any employer, person, company, contractor or agency to get hired for a Job.

WorkPac Principal Consultant: Ryan on 0864621171 or Ryan.Oconnor@WorkPac.com quoting the below reference number.