Senior Planner / Scheduler

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey. Glenbrook, South Auckland | 18-month site-based contractor secondment Phillip Riley is seeking a highly experienced planner / scheduler for an 18-month owner’s-side contract secondment; initially, across two nationally significant projects: a 200MW/400MWh grid-scale battery under construction at Glenbrook, and a novel project in the front-end planning stage focused on capturing carbon dioxide (CO₂) from the Ohaaki Power Station and converting it into food‑grade quality. The contractor will be engaged by Phillip Riley and seconded into Contact Energy’s project delivery team for the duration of the assignments. What you will bring Relevant degree in engineering, construction management, business technologies and/or professional qualifications. A substantial track record as a senior planner / scheduler across major power generation and/or heavy industrial, oil and gas, mining or process-plant projects. Experience in the renewables space will be well regarded i.e. geothermal, solar, wind, BESS, along with experience in complex shutdown planning / scheduling. Extensive planning and scheduling experience across the complete project lifecycle from front‑end through to operational handover. Demonstrated experience planning and scheduling large‑scale complex construction projects i.e. schedule with 5,000+ activities. Advanced technical knowledge and practical experience with applicable software systems i.e. Primavera P6. It’s expected that a senior planner / scheduler could qualify for and secure the AACE Planning and Scheduling Professional (PSP) Certification, and the same goes for the AACE Earned Value Professional (EVP) Certification. Why this assignment stands out The role combines two nationally significant projects at different stages of development i.e. execution through to operational handover for a major grid‑scale battery, and front‑end planning leading up to FID for a novel project to capture and convert carbon dioxide (CO₂) into food‑grade quality, from an operating asset. Contract terms $130-$160 per hour + GST | Front‑end planning through handover to operations | Glenbrook‑based with periodic travel The expectation Effective planning and consistent delivery of a credible owner’s‑side integrated project schedule that is robust and defensible – a product that’s aligned with international standards across the complete project lifecycle i.e. front‑end planning, detailed engineering and design, procurement, construction, commissioning and start‑up, and handover to operations. Engagement | Independent contractor engaged through Phillip Riley and seconded into the project owner team. Term | Initial 18-month, full‑time assignment. Rate | $130-$160 per hour plus GST, depending on the depth and relevance of experience. Location | Site based at Glenbrook, South Auckland, with periodic travel to Ōhaaki / Taupō as required. Insurance | You must hold, or be able to obtain before commencement, suitable professional indemnity and public liability insurance. Work rights | Applicants must have the legal right to work and provide contracting services in New Zealand. Additional information Owner’s-side role | Glenbrook, South Auckland $130-$160 per hour + GST | Initial 18-month contract Major grid‑scale BESS and carbon capture projects #J-18808-Ljbffr