Senior Planner

at ACCIONA
Published July 17, 2026
Location Perth, Australia
Category Other  
Job Type Full-time  

Description

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 in 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.

Job Description

Benefits

Site based role in Alkimos
Annual Salary Review
Project Allowance + Discretionary Bonus
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 Opportunity

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
Required Skills and Competencies

Proficient in Primavera P6 scheduling software
Strong background in SMP and EIC construction planning
Skilled in critical path and resource analysis
Confident communicator who influences stakeholders
Tertiary qualification in Engineering or Construction Management
ACCIONA has been given the Top Employer 2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025 certification in Australia, which certifies the company's commitment to excellence in human resources management and those who focus on putting their people first through their exceptional HR policies. Since establishing a presence in Australia in 2002, ACCIONA has made significant investments in local opportunities and project development. ACCIONA employs more than 3,000 people in its renewable energy, infrastructure and water projects across Australia & New Zealand.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and promote equality and diversity. Indigenous Australians and candidates from minority groups are encouraged to apply.