Scheduling & Project Coordinator

Direct Lifts; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Learning and Development opportunities

Professional development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Job summary

Direct Lifts is seeking a motivated Scheduling and Project Coordinator to aid in managing schedules for installations and technician timetables in Brisbane. This full-time role emphasizes effective communication, organisational skills, and a detail-oriented approach.

The ideal candidate will have scheduling experience, preferably in the construction or lift industry, and will enjoy a supportive work environment with opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in scheduling technicians.
• Construction or lift industry experience is essential.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Eagerness to learn and contribute to elevator projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain project and technician schedules.
• Communicate with Site Coordinators and teams.
• Raise and issue purchase orders.
• Respond to customer enquiries.
• Manage freight bookings and transport coordination.
• Complete timesheets for job costings.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations.

Skills

Scheduling experience

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Job description

We are an established elevator company specialising in the design, installation, and maintenance of lifts and elevators. As part of our commitment to developing future industry leaders, we are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Scheduling and Project Coordinator to join our team.

Role Overview:

We are looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Scheduling and Project Coordinator to work within our installs team to help keep our projects and technician timetables running smoothly. You will be responsible for coordinating technician schedules, managing timelines, allocating jobs, and ensuring resources are used effectively. Strong organisational skills and clear communication are key to maintaining seamless workflow across our team.

This role will start as a full time 12-month parental leave contract, with strong potential to extend.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain project and technician schedules to ensure timely task completion
• Communicate with Site Coordinators and teams to efficiently coordinate and manage installation projects
• Raise and issue purchase orders and follow up on supplier payment
• Respond to customer enquiries and provide timely updates on project requests
• Manage freight bookings and coordinating transport to site
• Complete timesheets for job costings
• Maintain and update databases with relevant information
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies
• Allocate resources effectively across projects
• Communicate effectively with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams
• Willingness to learn about elevator technology, safety regulations, and industry best practices

About you:

You work well both independently and as part of a team, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and are eager to develop your skills. Ideally you will bring the following:

• Proven experience in scheduling technicians
• Construction or Lift industry experience is essential
• Forklift licence (not essential)
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Eagerness to learn and contribute to elevator projects

We ensure all employees feel included, supported and valued and offer a range of benefits, including:

• Learning and Development opportunities
• Opportunities for professional development and growth
• A supportive and inclusive work environment