Work Scheduler – SA Water Meter Reading Location: Regency Park, South Australia Type: Permanent Full Time Reports to: Assistant Contract Manager
About the Organisation This organisation is an equal opportunity, ASX listed business that develops and operates Australia’s essential services networks across telecommunications, utilities, transport, defence, and social infrastructure industries. Specialising in the design, construction, and maintenance of new and existing networks, the company delivers end to end engineering and asset management solutions to a blue chip client base. Committed to fostering a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion, the organisation actively promotes the employment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, LGBTQI individuals, and people from other diverse backgrounds. As a signatory to the Veterans Employment Commitment, the organisation also recognises and values the skills and experience of ex ADF members and their partners, strongly considering veterans who meet the key criteria for employment opportunities.
About Mob Jobs Mob Jobs is a 100% owned and operated First Nations business that provides specialised culturally safe employment pathways for First Nations people. We also offer a range of tailored corporate development services and training designed to improve organisations cultural capabilities and establish them as an employer of choice for First Nations jobseekers.
Position Description We have an exciting opportunity to join a new SA Water Meter Reading contract as a Work Scheduler, becoming part of a newly established team commencing 1 May 2026. This role is responsible for workforce planning, task allocation, and administrative support for meter reading operations. The Work Scheduler plays a key role in ensuring field activities are resourced effectively and delivered in line with contractual requirements and performance targets.
Qualifications & Experience
Minimum 12 months’ experience working in an office environment (essential)
Competency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
Experience with performance metric reporting (preferred)
Strong organisational and administrative skills
Ability to work discretely with sensitive and confidential information.
Ability to work autonomously with minimal supervision.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Problem solving skills and attention to detail.
Previous experience as a Work Scheduler is preferred but not essential.
Key Responsibilities
Facilitate and manage workforce planning and allocation using Microsoft Office applications, internal systems, client systems, and any future scheduling platforms.
Liaise with and provide operational support to field resources to ensure work is completed in a timely and efficient manner.
Monitor and manage client KPIs to support successful service delivery.
Maintain field resource leave requests to ensure adequate resourcing levels are maintained.
Ensure all work is performed in accordance with contractual quality and safety requirements and organisational standards.
Work closely with the Field Supervisor to identify improvement opportunities and address issues relating to field staff.
Assist other members of the administration team as required.
Undertake additional duties as requested by management.
Key Selection Criteria The successful applicant must be able to demonstrate and provide evidence of:
Strong organisational and planning skills, with the ability to manage workforce allocation and competing priorities.
Ability to work autonomously while meeting operational deadlines.
Experience supporting field based teams in a scheduling or coordination capacity.
Strong communication skills, including the ability to liaise effectively with field staff, supervisors, and stakeholders.
High level of attention to detail, particularly in data entry, reporting, and KPI tracking
Ability to work discretely with sensitive and confidential information.
Problem solving skills with the ability to identify issues and support practical resolution.
Team focused approach with a commitment to safety, quality, and service delivery outcomes