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 – Mackay QLD

28d ago , from FMS Field Mining Services Group

Job no: 497865
Work type: Salary
Location: Mackay & Coalfields
Categories: Corporate/Shared Services

Based within our Planning function, you will play a key role in coordinating workforce availability, scheduling personnel, managing rosters, and supporting operational efficiency. You will be working closely with Operations Managers, Supervisors, Recruitment, Payroll, clients, and employees, you will be the central point of coordination for workforce planning and scheduling activities.

Key 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.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Previous experience in a scheduling, planning, workforce coordination, or similar role.
• Strong safety focus and commitment to compliance.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• High level of organisation and attention to detail.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel.
• Ability to learn and adapt to new software systems.
• Current C Class Driver's Licence.
• Strong work ethic and ability to manage competing priorities.
• Diploma in Business Administration or related qualification.
• Experience working in resource, mining, maintenance, construction, or industrial service environments.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and within a team.

What We're Looking For

You are someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys solving workforce and scheduling challenges. You are reliable, adaptable, detail-oriented, and possess exceptional planning and organisational skills. You take pride in delivering accurate work while maintaining positive relationships with employees, clients, and stakeholders.

Our Values

We are committed to fostering a culture built on:

• First in Safety – Safety is at the forefront of everything we do.
• Mates in the Workplace – We respect each other and work together.
• Supporting Work/Life Balance – We value our people and their wellbeing.
• Success Through Commitment – We take ownership, deliver quality, and strive for excellence.

Why Join Us?

• Stable, full-time office-based position.
• Supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Opportunity to work closely with operational leaders and contribute to business success.
• Be part of an organisation that values safety, teamwork, and employee wellbeing.

About Us

Established in 2005 as CQ Field Mining Services, FMS Group has grown from a regional provider into a diversified, multi-division organisation delivering integrated solutions across Australia and Papua New Guinea. Our growth reflects a strong focus on capability, innovation, and meeting evolving client needs, with key expansions including PNG (2013), WA (2017), and the formation of Field Mining Services Group in 2019.

Since then, we have strengthened our service offering through specialised divisions spanning Safety Lift Solutions, engineering, electrical, onsite machining, and parts and equipment, alongside infrastructure maintenance projects and the acquisition of Schlam CRU in 2025. Rebranded as FMS Group in 2024, we are now a fully integrated, one-stop solution for mobile and fixed plant maintenance, shutdowns, infrastructure projects, and capital equipment sales across mining, construction, oil and gas, marine, and renewables.

Delivering the best……every time.

FMS Groupis an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we value diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from diverse cultures, perspectives, skills and experiences within our workforce. All employment will be based on merit, competence, performance and business needs.

We respectfully request no recruitment agency approaches.

Advertised: 10 Jul 2026 E. Australia Standard Time
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