Mining Workforce Scheduler & Planner

FMS Field Mining Services Group; Mackay Regional; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

FMS Field Mining Services Group in Mackay is seeking a dedicated Scheduling Coordinator to deploy workforce rosters, monitor availability, and coordinate labour across divisions. You will work with Operations Managers, Supervisors, Recruitment, Payroll, clients and employees to ensure efficient scheduling and compliance.

The role requires solid planning, strong communication, and a proactive approach to identify shortages and optimize resources.

Qualifications

• Experience in scheduling, planning or workforce coordination.
• Strong safety focus and compliance.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• High level of organization and attention to detail.
• MS Office skills, especially Excel.
• Valid C Class Driver's Licence.
• Diploma in Business Administration or related qualification.
• Experience in resource, mining, maintenance, construction, or industrial service environments.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage workforce rosters and manning schedules.
• Monitor workforce availability and proactively identify labour shortages.
• Coordinate labour sharing between divisions and engage subcontractors as required.
• Release rosters and communicate schedules to employees.
• Confirm employee site access and training compliance requirements.
• Book accommodation and prepare journey management plans where required.
• Review rosters for fatigue compliance, role accuracy, training requirements, and workforce capability.
• Process, cost, and distribute timesheets for payroll and invoicing purposes.
• Maintain strong communication with employees and assist with workforce-related queries.
• Coordinate uniforms and onboarding requirements.
• Build and maintain training requirements within workforce planning systems.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders to maintain accurate employee and subcontractor records.
• Support the Operations team with additional administrative and planning activities as required.

Skills

Scheduling

Planning

Workforce coordination

Communication

Organization

Education

Diploma in Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

C Class Driver's Licence

Job description

FMS Field Mining Services Group in Mackay is seeking a dedicated Scheduling Coordinator to deploy workforce rosters, monitor availability, and coordinate labour across divisions. You will work with Operations Managers, Supervisors, Recruitment, Payroll, clients and employees to ensure efficient scheduling and compliance.

The role requires solid planning, strong communication, and a proactive approach to identify shortages and optimize resources.