The Company
LAI Group is one of Australia's largest switchboards and switchrooms manufacturers.
With over 115 years of combined experience, we are a leader in the design and manufacture of custom switchboards and switchrooms in Australia.
As a result of continuous national growth, LAI Group is seeking a Production Scheduler to join our team at our head office in Adelaide (Ferryden Park) within our Skids department.
We would like team members who are excited about the chance to build a stable, rewarding, and lucrative career with us.
Schedule
Full-time
A 38-hour week (Monday – Friday + reasonable overtime).
Salary (Negotiable - Experience, knowledge, and ability will be taken into consideration).
The Position
The Production Scheduler is responsible in developing, maintaining and coordinating the master production schedule for the Skid Division.
Working closely with the Skid Project Manager and cross-functional teams, the role ensures the manufacturing, procurement, testing, commissioning and delivery activities are effectively aligned to support successful execution of projects.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and manage project production schedules to support the successful delivery of skid division projects.
Coordinate activities across engineering, procurement, manufacturing, testing, commissioning, and delivery teams.
Monitor progress against project milestones, identifying schedule risks and resource constraints and implementing corrective actions.
Coordinate Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), commissioning activities, and client inspections to ensure project readiness and delivery commitments are met.
Provide regular project scheduling, progress, and forecast reporting to internal stakeholders and clients.
Drive continuous improvement in production planning and scheduling processes.
The Candidate
Strong planning, organisation and time management skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.




Ability to coordinate multiple projects and meet critical deadlines.
High attention to detail and accuracy in scheduling, reporting and project coordination.
Th ability to work collaboratively across cross-functional teams while operating independently when required.
Establishing, managing, and reporting on project schedule, delivery, and stakeholder management.
Desired Competencies
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Project (MS Project), Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office Suite skills, including the development, maintenance and reporting of complex project schedules.
Demonstrated experience in Production Scheduling, Project Scheduling, or Project Coordination roles.
Strong understanding of project planning principles, critical path scheduling (CPM), resource allocation, milestone management and schedule forecasting.
Experience within switchboard manufacturing, engineering, modular skid construction, industrial, mining, oil & gas, electrical infrastructure, or similar project-based environments.
Experience coordinating testing and commissioning activities, including FAT and SAT processes (desirable).
Knowledge of ERP or manufacturing management systems and project reporting processes (desirable).
What we can offer:
LAI Group encourages a diverse and inclusive culture where your hard work and input does not go unnoticed.
We work with our employees to help them reach their full potential, offering opportunities for training on specific courses that support their professional development.
As a family-owned business, LAI Group treats every employee as a family member.
From the moment you begin with LAI Group,



you are a member of the family.
LAI Group encourages a diverse and inclusive culture where your hard work and input does not go unnoticed.
We work with our employees to help them reach their full potential, offering opportunities for training on specific courses that support their professional development.
As a family-owned business, LAI Group treats every employee as a family member.
From the moment you begin with LAI Group, you are a member of the family.
Paid training courses to contribute to your professional development (Forklift, EWP, Dogging, First Aid, Leadership/mental health awareness training, and LVR/CPR).
LAI Rewards – From your first day, you will have access to over 650 discounted retailers that can assist you and your family.
Office uniform
An easy-to-access Employee Assistance Program that has the support resources available to assist with your physical, mental, and financial health.
Banking benefits through our trusted workplace banking provider.
Corporate Private Health is available.
Looking for stability and an organised workplace?
LAI has projects in the pipeline, which strengthen the economy and enhance our workers' skills.
Work scheduled hours at our facilities, with the option to do site work, whilst being well compensated.
Work for a company that respects you and your family's needs.
Through open and honest communication, we support one another and work together to create a safer and more respectful workplace.
We look forward to finding the appropriate candidates to join our team here in Adelaide.
LAI Group is committed to Equal Employment Opportunities, Ethical Practices, and the principles of Cultural Diversity.
We encourage applications from all members of the community, including people from indigenous backgrounds, women seeking non-traditional trade opportunities, and mature aged people.
Company Business Licence Number: PGE******

📌 Production Scheduler (Adelaide)
🏢 Lai Switchboards Australia
📍 Adelaide