Operations Planning and Resourcing Mgr
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Job Number:
98658-591629
Work type:
Permanent - Full Time
Location:
Welshpool
Categories:
Transport Operations & Logistics
This role leads the planning and scheduling of operational labour and assets across Western Australia, with a strong focus on safety, fatigue management, process governance, team capability and continuous improvement. The position is responsible for delivering efficient, cost-effective outcomes that meet customer needs and align with regulations.
About the role:
* Lead the planning and scheduling strategy for labour and assets, while acting as the key interface for critical stakeholders in Western Australia.
* Drive standardised rostering and scheduling practices, governance frameworks and supporting systems that align with legislative requirements, company policies and business unit standards.
* Lead, coach and develop the rostering and scheduling team to deliver an integrated operational plan that improves asset utilisation, productivity and service outcomes, while controlling cost.
* Partner with internal stakeholders to design and implement strategic rostering and scheduling transformation initiatives.
* Build and maintain strong internal and external relationships that support business performance, including representing the company in key supply chain and senior customer forums.
* Oversee the development and delivery of data, reporting and decision-support tools that improve labour and asset efficiency across the business unit.
About you:
* Demonstrated senior leadership capability, including experience leading multidisciplinary teams.
* Relevant tertiary qualification.
* Extensive experience in logistics and/or train operations.
* Strong ability to influence and negotiate across diverse, cross-functional teams.
* Highly developed interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
* Strong business acumen, with proven strategic thinking and business planning capability.
* Ability to build effective working relationships and contribute positively as part of a team.
* Capability to analyse information and provide recommendations that support executive decision-making and business objectives.
* Excellent time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
* Strong understanding of people leadership and how to bring out the best in teams.
What we offer you:
At Aurizon, we support the development and growth of our employees. With a national portfolio of operations, we offer long-term and exciting career opportunities.
Some of our benefits include:
* Development and growth opportunities.
* Access to mentoring and development programs.
* Discounts on selected health insurance funds, personal travel, gyms, vehicles and retail brands.
* Parental leave program and super booster.
About Aurizon.
Aurizon is Australia’s largest rail freight operator and a top 100 ASX company. Each year, we deliver more than 250 million tonnes of Australian commodities right across the country. Aurizon is crucial to the Australian economy, connecting miners, primary producers and industry with international and domestic markets.
Look to Aurizon for a diverse and collaborative culture.
At Aurizon, we are proud of our diverse, collaborative, creative and high-performance culture. We celebrate the contribution of every employee and provide opportunities for career development in a dynamic, caring, and inclusive work environment.
Advertised: 08 Jun 2026 W. Australia Standard Time
Applications close: 22 Jun 2026 W. Australia Standard Time
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