Portfolio Planner

Zinfra; Sydney; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Zinfra is seeking a Portfolio Planner to join Zinfra Gas Services in Sydney. You will support the planning and delivery of its Gas Distribution and Gas Transmission programs, building integrated work programs and resourcing plans with cross‑functional teams.

In this role you will analyse performance, develop forecasts and dashboards using Excel, SAP and Power BI, and contribute to continuous improvement of planning processes across Operations, Asset Management and Finance.

Qualifications

• Experience in program and resource planning.
• Strong analytical skills with data-driven recommendations.
• Forecasts, resource plans and financial baselines experience.
• Advanced Excel; SAP / Power BI or similar planning tools.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement.
• Strong organisation and multi-priority management.
• Tertiary qualification in Engineering, Business, or related field.
• Commitment to ongoing improvement and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate annual works programs and long-term delivery strategies.
• Develop workforce, resource and material plans with Delivery Managers.
• Maintain and optimise Capital and Operating Works Plan.
• Provide financial analysis and monthly performance reviews.
• Create reports, dashboards and forecasts using Excel, SAP, Power BI.
• Support governance forums with clear planning information.
• Identify opportunities to improve planning processes.
• Build relationships across Operations, Finance and Delivery.

Skills

Program planning

Resource planning

Forecasting

Data analysis

Excel

Power BI

SAP

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Organization

Problem solving

Education

Engineering/Business degree

Tools

SAP

Power BI

Excel (Advanced)

Job description

Portfolio Planner - Zinfra

About Us

About Us

Zinfra is a leading infrastructure services provider committed to delivering exceptional solutions in the energy, utilities, and infrastructure sectors. We pride ourselves on our innovative approach, technical expertise, and dedication to safety, quality, and sustainability. Our over 2000 team members across the East Coast, consistently strive to exceed our client’s expectations and make a difference in the communities we serve.

We're looking for an experienced Planner to join our team, supporting Zinfra Gas Services in the planning and delivery of its Gas Distribution and Gas Transmission programs.

About the Role

Reporting to the Program Planning Manager, you'll play an integral role in supporting the planning, coordination and performance of our annual portfolio of work.

You'll work closely with Delivery Managers, Asset Management, Finance and operational teams to develop integrated work programs, resource plans and performance insights that enable informed decision making and successful program delivery.

As a trusted partner to the business, you'll help create clarity across complex programs by connecting people, data and planning. Your ability to build strong relationships, facilitate collaboration and provide thoughtful analysis and insight will be key to ensuring our programs are achievable, well-balanced and aligned with business priorities.

What You'll Be Doing

In this role, you'll have the opportunity to:

• Coordinate annual works programs and support the development of long-term delivery strategies.
• Partner with Delivery Managers to develop workforce, resource and material plans that support successful delivery.
• Work collaboratively with Asset Management to maintain and optimise Capital and Operating Works Plan.
• Financial analysis and establishment of annual targets for unitised programs and monthly review of program performance
• Analyse program performance, identify emerging trends and provide meaningful insights that support informed decision making.
• Prepare regular and adhoc reporting, dashboards and forecasts using tools such as Excel, SAP and Power BI.
• Support governance forums by providing clear, concise, accurate and timely planning information.
• Identify opportunities to improve planning processes, systems and ways of working.
• Build trusted relationships across Operations, Finance, Asset Management and Delivery teams to support shared outcomes.
• Help identify delivery risks, resource constraints and practical solutions that improve program performance.
• Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement, knowledge sharing and collaboration.

About You

You're naturally organised, enjoy working with others and find satisfaction in bringing structure and clarity to complex programs.

You take a thoughtful approach to problem solving, enjoy building positive relationships and are motivated by helping teams achieve shared goals.

You'll also bring:

• Experience in program and resource planning at a minimum.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to articulate complex concepts into easy-to-understand information, contextualising data outcomes and providing data driven recommendations where required.
• Experience developing and maintaining of forecasts, resource plans, financial baselines, performance reporting and other data sets.
• Advanced capability with Excel and experience using planning and reporting tools such as SAP, Power BI or similar platforms.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across a range of business functions.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail.
• A proactive mindset, curiosity and a genuine passion for continuous improvement.
• Tertiary qualifications or significant experience in Engineering, Business, Strategic Workforce Planning, Project Management or a related discipline will be highly regarded.

At Zinfra, we are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels supported and valued. We proudly champion equal opportunity, gender equality, and First Nations representation - and we want you to come as you are. Our culture is built on care, inclusivity, and a belief that diverse perspectives make our projects and our people stronger.

We champion and value diversity in life and work experiences, as we know everyone benefits from broader diversity of thoughts in our problem solving, decision making and ability to innovate. We encourage applications from everyone, including First Nations people, veterans, people living with disability, and members of the LGBTIQA+ community.

Our people are our energy source, and we offer meaningful benefits and rewards that work for you. We offer the opportunity for potential long term career growth as part of our talent development and succession planning process.