ACCIONA is a global company, leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 65,000 professionals, present in more than 40 countries across the five continents, all contributing to our mission to design a better planet. Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the biggest global challenges, including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity? Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future.

Advantages
Site based role in Alkimos
Annual Salary Review
Project Allowance + Discretionary Bonus
Paid Parental Leave
Discounted private healthcare
Company shares

Project Information:

The Alkimos Seawater Desalination Plant is a $2.8 billion project delivered under the Alkimos Seawater Alliance, a partnership between Water Corporation, ACCIONA and Jacobs. ACCIONA's scope covers the design, construction, commissioning and future operation of the 50 billion litre plant, securing long-term drinking water for Perth.

About Prospect

The Lead Planner oversees the development,



integration and governance of the project schedule for the Alkimos Desalination Plant, reporting to the Project Manager. You will drive the effective use of Primavera P6 and project control systems, working closely with engineering, commercial and construction teams. You'll identify schedule risks early, guide recovery strategies and ensure planning inputs stay coordinated, reliable and aligned with project objectives.

Key accountabilities for the position will be:
Manage and update complex SMP and EIC construction programs
Perform critical path analysis and resource optimisation
Measure schedule performance using earned value principles
Identify schedule risks and develop recovery plans
Lead resource planning, levelling and utilisation reporting
Coordinate risk assessments and contingency planning
Report progress and manage stakeholder expectations

Qualification and Competencies:
Tertiary qualification in Engineering or Construction Management
Proficient in Primavera P6 scheduling software
Robust background in SMP and EIC construction planning
Skilled in critical path and resource analysis
Confident communicator who influences stakeholders

📌 Senior Planner Alkimos
🏢 ACCIONA Australia
📍 Alkimos