Project Scheduler

Fremantle Ports; Fremantle; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free onsite parking

Flexible working arrangements

Generous annual leave

Salary packaging benefits

Ongoing training and development

Health, wellbeing and employee support

Job summary

Fremantle Ports is seeking an experienced Project Scheduler to join the Asset Development and Delivery team in Western Australia. You will develop and manage integrated master schedules for major capital projects from concept through commissioning, delivering clear insights to enable sound decision making.

Based across Fremantle and Kwinana, you will lead critical-path analysis, forecast performance, and contribute to cost and risk discussions in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in project scheduling within major infrastructure, resources or capital projects.
• Advanced Primavera P6 expertise and project controls capability.
• Experience developing and maintaining integrated master schedules.
• Knowledge of delay analysis methodologies and contract frameworks.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Collaborative approach with excellent attention to detail and problem-solving capability.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage integrated master schedules across major capital projects.
• Analyse schedule performance, critical paths, risks and emerging issues.
• Provide executive-level reporting and insights to support decision making.
• Lead schedule forecasting, progress measurement and recovery planning.
• Support project controls activities including cost forecasting and performance analysis.
• Contribute to delay analysis, Extension of Time (EOT) claims and contractual assessments.
• Work closely with project managers, engineers, contractors and stakeholders to ensure alignment across project delivery teams.

Skills

Project scheduling

Integrated master schedules

Delay analysis

Contract frameworks

Stakeholder engagement

Tools

Primavera P6

Job description

Job Description

Fremantle Ports’ refreshed 2027 Strategic Plan marks an exciting new chapter for one of Australia’s most successful ports. Building on decades of expertise, we’re setting a bold vision for the future. If you’re passionate about making a difference, love working in a fast-paced environment, and are inspired by the opportunity to contribute to something bigger, this could be the role for you.

The Opportunity

Ready to play a pivotal role in delivering some of Western Australia's most significant infrastructure projects?

We are seeking an experienced Project Scheduler to join our Asset Development and Delivery team. This is a unique opportunity to influence major capital investments, provide expert project controls leadership, and help deliver projects that keep WA connected to global trade.

Working across our Fremantle and Kwinana operations, you'll be at the centre of complex, high-value infrastructure programs, developing and managing integrated project schedules that drive successful project outcomes from concept through to commissioning.

Your Day-to-Day Impact

• Develop and manage integrated master schedules across major capital projects.
• Analyse schedule performance, critical paths, risks and emerging issues.
• Provide executive-level reporting and insights to support decision making.
• Lead schedule forecasting, progress measurement and recovery planning.
• Support project controls activities including cost forecasting and performance analysis.
• Contribute to delay analysis, Extension of Time (EOT) claims and contractual assessments.
• Work closely with project managers, engineers, contractors and stakeholders to ensure alignment across project delivery teams.

The Expertise You Bring

• Significant experience in project scheduling within major infrastructure, resources or capital projects.
• Advanced Primavera P6 expertise, with strong project controls capability.
• Experience developing and maintaining integrated master schedules.
• Knowledge of delay analysis methodologies and contract frameworks.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• A collaborative approach combined with excellent attention to detail and problem-solving capability.

What We Offer

Join Fremantle Ports and be part of a proud organisation with a rich history and culture that makes a significant contribution to the WA economy. Primarily based in Fremantle you’ll enjoy a unique workplace with stunning ocean views, rich heritage and striking architecture in the heart of the Victoria Quay precinct, which is currently undergoing exciting revitalisation.

• Free onsite parking and access to an onsite gym
• Flexible working arrangements that support work-life balance
• Generous annual leave provisions
• Salary packaging benefits
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• A comprehensive health, wellbeing and employee support program
• The opportunity to contribute to the growth and success of one of Western Australia's leading ports.

Get to Know Us

Fremantle Ports is a commercially successful Government Trading Enterprise and one of Western Australia’s most important trade gateways, facilitating more than $45 billion in trade each year. We are driven by our CARE values: Collaboration, Accountability, Respect and Excellence; guiding how we work, deliver results, and support our people and community.

Closing Date

08th October 2026 at 5:00pm AWST.

Fremantle Ports is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce culture, underpinned by our Values of Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence. We strive to attract, develop, and retain a high-performing workforce by providing supportive pathways and development opportunities. Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged.