Description Enjoy work-life balance, and training opportunities for development in a wider range of careers than you might expect. We are unique Join an organisation that values your voice, empowers your autonomy, recognises the strength in diversity, and prioritises your well-being while offering attractive remuneration and benefits. Take pride in having a meaningful impact on regional, rural and remote communities while being a pivotal player in the energy industry's future. About the role Are you passionate about driving project success through precision scheduling and strategic oversight? Essential Energy is seeking a Master Scheduler to join our Assets and Digital Division on a 12 month fixed term contract. In this pivotal role, you’ll lead the development and implementation of scheduling and dependency management standards across a diverse portfolio of technology projects and programs. You’ll work closely with project and program managers and key stakeholders to ensure consistent application of scheduling principles, provide expert guidance, and deliver insights through performance dashboards and health metrics. Your work will directly contribute to the success of our digital transformation initiatives, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with strategic goals. This role can be based anywhere within Essential Energy’s operational footprint with Port Macquarie being the desired location. Key Responsibilities: Develop and maintain scheduling and dependency management processes, tools, and templates. Support integrated master schedule development and reporting across projects. Identify and manage cross-program dependencies and risks. Lead forums to enhance visibility and coordination across the portfolio. Monitor schedule governance, conduct health checks, and ensure compliance with Digital Delivery standards. Contribute to performance scorecards, dashboards, and reporting tools. About You You’re a strategic thinker with a strong background in project scheduling and portfolio management. You thrive in complex environments and are skilled at identifying risks, resolving conflicts, and influencing stakeholders. Your analytical mindset and attention to detail are matched by your ability to communicate clearly and collaborate effectively. In addition to this you will have: Experience in a PMO or similar function within a large organisation. Proficiency in Project Online and Power BI for schedule reporting. Strong understanding of methodologies such as MSP, PRINCE2, and PMBoK. Demonstrated ability to build and manage complex schedules, track critical paths, and deliver actionable insights. Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills. Advanced Diploma in Program Management, IT, or equivalent experience. Required Qualifications Advanced Diploma in Program Management, IT, or equivalent experience. Why Essential Energy We offer competitive remun eration commensurate with skills and experience and 16.5% superannuation. Essential Energy provides employees with a broad range of employee benefits through our corporate partnerships with organisations such as Qantas, Optus, nib and Mildura Health Fund. You will also gain access to our Health and Wellbeing programs including fitness passport. Visit our employee benefits page for more information. For further information please contact Kathryn Goodfellow on 0419 244 195. Applications close on Sunday 14 September at 11:55pm AEST. Passionate people. Global thinking. Regional heart. Building a better energy future. Essential Energy is committed to building a culturally diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourages applicants to apply regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As an organisation, our aim is to champion inclusivity in the workplace and celebrate the difference in all our employees.
