Execution Planning Lead

Lead planning for high-impact energy projects shaping Australia's future.
Grow your leadership skills in a supportive, purpose-led organisation.
Permanent position | Brisbane CBD based Join a team that's All Kinds of Useful At Origin, being useful is more than a tagline - it's how we approach work every day.
As a collective, we're a team that thrives on finding better ways, working together, and owning our impact.
From powering homes to delivering award-winning internet and helping to lead Australia's energy transition.
If you're driven by purpose and excited to be part of something bigger, we'd love to have you on the journey.
About the role As part of our Asset Services team in Brisbane, you'll lead the planning for key Integrated Gas Capital and Development activities – from new wells and drilling programs to infrastructure, exploration, rehabilitation, and restoration projects.
This is a role where your strategic thinking and technical planning expertise will help shape the success of critical projects that supply energy to millions of Australians.
You'll ensure the right information flows seamlessly from stakeholders to our planning teams, enabling high-quality schedules, robust forecasting, and operational excellence.
Your responsibilities will include: Lead and develop a skilled planning team – oversee 4 direct reports plus contractors, guiding integrated scheduling across multiple project streams.Work on diverse, high-impact projects – from well delivery and development infrastructure to exploration and restoration.Make your mark strategically – identify opportunities, influence decision-making, and ensure smooth execution from concept to delivery.Enjoy scope for growth – broaden your skills, develop leadership capability, and shape best-practice planning processes.
What will you bring?
You will lead the creation and oversight of integrated project schedules using Primavera P6.
Collaborating closely with technical teams, project managers, and stakeholders to ensure accuracy and alignment.
You will also be able to demonstrate;Proven leadership experience in managing a Planning/Projects Control team or related activities.Advanced technical skills in Primavera P6 and project controls.Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and advanced use of Excel and Power BI analytical skills.A passion for coaching and developing teams to achieve high performanceDrive continuous improvement in planning processes, governance, and reporting.Support change management by assessing impacts and integrating approved changes into schedules.
So why join us?
20 weeks of paid leave for primary carers with flexible return options.Thrive in a culture of personal and professional growth.Purchase up to four additional weeks of leave annually.Engage in opportunities through the Origin Foundation to support your community.Powering your career with unbeatable perks - Get discounted electricity, gas, and internet as an Origin employee.Explore unique and cost-effective employee EV Car subscriptions Origin - Where good change happens At Origin, we're powered by people who believe in creating change.We are committed to fostering a diverse, gender equitable workforce, where everyone is welcome, and all applications are evaluated on merit and potential.
We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, people living with disabilities, culturally diverse people, any stage in life, people with intersex variations and people within LGBTQ+ communities, including trans and gender diverse.
Enjoy a challenging career in an exciting industry where you can grow and explore your potential.
If you think you have transferable skills, an appetite to learn and would be a great fit, we'd love to hear from you.
Here's a little about us: / Background checks may be required to determine your suitability for this position as part of the recruitment process and during your employment.
These checks may include police checks, AusCheck, medical assessment and/or drug and alcohol testing.
Please note unsolicited CVs from agencies will not be accepted.
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