Join Ventia in Supporting Australia’s Defence Community!
Ventia is a long-standing partner of the Department of Defence, providing integrated Defence infrastructure and asset management support services.
As part of our Defence Base Services contract, Ventia has proudly delivered essential services across military bases nationwide for a decade. We help create safe, efficient, and supportive environments where Defence personnel live, work, and train.
Safety Commitment
You are a detail-oriented professional who drives accountability and continuous improvement. You ensure operational excellence by embedding safety as a core value in every aspect of scheduling and coordination. At Ventia, we value team members who lead by example — fostering a culture where safety is second nature and every team member feels responsible for their own wellbeing and that of others.
What’s on offer
- Ventia has been awarded a 6-year Defence Base Services contract with opportunity for further extension
- Ventia is recognised as a Veteran Employer of Choice by the Australian Government’s Department of Veterans’ Affairs
- Safety First – At Ventia, we believe that every job should be done right, and that everyone should go home safely at the end of each day
- Uniform/PPE supplied
- Access to a variety of health and wellbeing initiatives, including discounted health insurance and our employee assistance program
- Access to Ventia’s amazing discounts at over 450 retailers across Australia, including major retail brands
About the role
Ventia is seeking a dedicated and experienced Scheduler to coordinate and dispatch maintenance and service orders across Defence sites. This role ensures timely and accurate scheduling for internal teams and subcontractors, supporting operational efficiency and compliance with safety and quality standards.
Key Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
- Schedule and dispatch service orders to workforce resources
- Monitor incoming high-priority service orders and coordinate scheduling
- Maintain accurate scheduling data and resource information
- Coordinate timing and access to assets in line with facility security policies
- Support Site Operations teams in managing work schedule changes
- Chair schedule review meetings and provide scheduling SME advice
- Provide regular schedule reviews, updates, and reports to stakeholders
- Ensure compliance with Ventia’s SHEQ management systems and promote a positive safety culture
About you
- 2+ years’ experience in a scheduling or similar role
- Knowledge of scheduling processes within construction projects or asset maintenance
- Certifications such as PMP or CAPM (advantageous)
- Strong interpersonal and written communication skills
- Ability to work flexibly and adaptively in a complex environment
- Attention to detail and problem-solving skills
Must be eligible to hold a Defence Security Clearance. As a result of this requirement the applicant must be an Australian Citizen and be willing to undertake and maintain a satisfactory Australian Federal Police
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Diversity
Ventia is enriched by the diverse experiences, talents and cultures that our people bring to the organisation, while celebrating and respecting the communities we operate in. We are committed to providing a safe and positive environment that provides equal opportunities for individuals of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTQIA+, Women, Veterans and spouses and people with disabilities.
How to apply
If you are looking to expand your career, please apply below by clicking on the apply now button.
You are encouraged to inform your manager or supervisor prior to making an application for an internal vacancy. If you have not done so prior, you must inform your manager or supervisor on invitation to interview for an internal position.
