IBM Work Scheduler

Zenith Infotech (S) Pte Ltd; Singapore; Hybrid; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT solutions provider in Singapore is seeking a skilled Job Scheduler with over 5 years of experience in IBM Workload Scheduler to design and maintain job schedules across platforms. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in scheduling, automation, and managing job dependencies, with a focus on continuous improvement and efficiency. This role offers a hybrid work model with a focus on collaborative stakeholder engagement.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in designing, scheduling, and automation using IBM Workload Scheduler for z/OS and distributed platforms.
• Expertise in configuring and managing complex job dependencies across multiple systems.
• Proven experience in creating and optimising scheduling plans to meet business needs.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain job schedules across multiple platforms.
• Monitor job runs, troubleshoot failures, and take corrective actions.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and application teams to resolve conflicts.

Skills

IBM Workload Scheduler (IWS)

Job scheduling

Automation

Mainframe operating systems

Fast-paced environment

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology

Diploma in Computer Science or related field

Tools

ISPF

SDSF

Job description

Zenith Infotech (S) Pte Ltd. was started in 1997, primarily with the vision of offering state-of-the‑art IT professionals and solutions to various organizations and thereby helping them increase their productivity and competitiveness. From deployment of one person to formation of whole IT teams, Zenith Infotech has helped clients with their staff augmentation needs. Zenith offers opportunity to be engaged in long‑term projects with large IT‑savvy companies, consulting organizations, system integrators, government, and MNCs.

EA 20S0237

Employment Details

Employment type: Contract

Location: Novena HQ

Working Hours: 8:30 AM to 6:00 PM (Mon‑Fri)

Working Arrangement: Hybrid

Qualification: Degree

Responsibilities

Job Management and Execution

Design, implement, and maintain job schedules across multiple platforms

Ensure accurate job conditions and rules in the Job Scheduling Software

Generate and manage daily plans

Monitor job runs, troubleshoot failures, and take corrective actions

Verify input/output availability and dispatch outputs timely

Analyse and optimise job performance

Stakeholder Collaboration and Communication

Coordinate with internal stakeholders and application teams

Work with over 200 application system support officers

Resolve conflicts and address competing priorities

Build trust through meeting deadlines and managing dependencies

Educate support officers and end‑users on job scheduling best practice

System Integration and Risk Management

Identify conditions requiring manual intervention

Participate in disaster recovery planning and testing

Highlight potential impacts of new systems on existing ones

Manage high‑pressure situations and frequent changes

Balance service delivery with adherence to standards and procedures

Documentation and Compliance

Maintain thorough documentation of schedules, configurations, and changes

Support audits and compliance requirements

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands‑on experience in designing, scheduling and automation using IBM Workload Scheduler (IWS) for z/OS, and distributed platforms such as Linux, Unix, Windows. Must be familiar in using ISPF, IWS and SDSF and with hands‑on operations experience with mainframe operating systems z/OS, TSO and Console commands
• Expertise in configuring and managing complex job dependencies across multiple systems and environments
• Proven experience in creating, updating, and optimising scheduling plans in IBM Workload Scheduler to meet changing business needs and improve operational efficiency
• Proven experience in leveraging IWS tools and ing to automate repetitive tasks and enhance scheduling efficiency
• Experience in generating, analysing, and leveraging forecast plans in IBM Workload Scheduler to optimise resource utilisation, ensure SLA compliance, and support capacity planning initiatives
• Proficiency in generating, analysing, and leveraging various IWS reports for performance monitoring, compliance, trend analysis, and continuous improvement of the scheduling environment
• Able to work under a fast‑paced environment.
• Must be able to work in a fast, accurate manner and multitask.
• Diploma or bachelor's degree in information technology, Computer Science, or a related field.