Reference: 6372Suburban Rail Loop (SRL) is an integrated transport infrastructure and precincts planning project that will deliver a 90km rail line linking every major train service from the Frankston Line to the Werribee Line via Melbourne Airport. This project will better connect Victorians to jobs, retail, education, health services, and each other. The Suburban Rail Loop Authority (SRLA) is the statutory body established to plan all elements of the project, procure builders, develop structure planning for SRL Precincts, and oversee construction and the other changes that will help transform Melbourne and Victoria.SRL is more than a rail project. It's a once-in-a-generation opportunity to plan for and prepare our city and state to meet the needs of future Victorians. We are looking for people with drive, expertise, fresh ideas, and new perspectives to deliver Victoria's biggest ever infrastructure project.About the opportunityAre you ready to roll up your sleeves and be part of a game-changing infrastructure project? The Suburban Rail Loop Authority is on the hunt for a Planning Manager who is passionate about planning and scheduling as well as about people. Join us to be the brains behind the operation, the motivator of teams, and the trusted advisor to senior decision-makers.Reporting to the Project Controls Manager, your key responsibilities will include:Providing strategic oversight and advice on program status, identifying and resolving complex issues, ensuring robust, achievable programs are delivered within required timeframes, and recommending improvements or mitigation actions where necessary.Leading the implementation and maintenance of Planning and Scheduling systems and procedures, ensuring adherence to established standards and best practices.Leading and mentoring a team of Planners, providing them with the resources and support necessary to meet project objectives.Collaborating with other Work Packages and external stakeholders to develop and refine the integrated master program, ensuring comprehensive and coordinated planning.Designing and implementing reporting tools and dashboards to clearly communicate the status, progress, and achievability of the master program to the Package Directors and project teams.Reviewing Contractors' monthly program submissions, providing strategic advice and support to Work Packages, ensuring alignment with project goals and timelines.Ensuring timely and accurate reporting to delivery teams, consolidating updates into broader program reports, and recommending improvements to keep the program on track.Sharing the workload and collaborating with Planners and Schedulers in other Work Packages, ensuring the effective distribution of tasks and alignment of efforts across the team.This is a permanent, full-time role. You will work in a hybrid work model with access to a range of flexible working arrangements.Minimum RequirementsTo be successful in this role, you will need:A strong leader with experience in senior planning and scheduling management roles within large civil infrastructure projects.Experience in planning and programming all scope elements, disciplines, and phases of major infrastructure projects, including managing complex program interfaces between interdependent packages and projects.Expertise in developing schedule risk analysis, time chainage diagrams, staging diagrams, and other visual communication tools to enhance detailed construction programs.Outstanding analytical skills with the ability to identify, review, and resolve complex technical issues, providing clear, authoritative advice to senior decision makers.Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to engage with stakeholders at all levels and address a wide range of challenging issues.BenefitsYou will have the opportunity to contribute to a groundbreaking public transport initiative in a collaborative, multidisciplinary work environment with experts from various fields. Additional benefits include:Career growth opportunities within a highly respected authority.Generous leave entitlements.An emphasis on work-life balance.A high-performing team environment.Equal opportunity employer.Personal and professional development opportunities.Committed to safety and wellbeing.Training and development opportunities.How to applyPlease click Apply Now to submit your application online. Include a resume and a one-page cover letter explaining why you want to work for the Suburban Rail Loop Authority, your interest in the role, and how your skills, knowledge, experience, and qualifications are applicable to the role.Please note that appointment of successful applicants will be made subject to a satisfactory pre-employment screening check.Applications close Australian Eastern Daylight Time 11:59pm Sunday 12 January 2025 #J-18808-Ljbffr