Senior Planner - Tunnelling

Role summary

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The Senior Planner – Tunnelling is responsible for developing, maintaining and monitoring detailed construction schedules for major tunnelling works. Requirements typically include substantial planning experience on tunnelling, civil infrastructure or major construction projects; strong knowledge of Primavera P6 or similar scheduling software; and the ability to analyse progress, identify risks and prepare reliable forecasts. The successful candidate is expected to work closely with project managers, engineers, subcontractors and site teams, provide accurate reporting, support recovery planning and contribute to safe, efficient project delivery. Strong communication, stakeholder management, commercial awareness and experience working in complex project environments are important.

About the employer

CPB Contractors is one of Australia’s leading construction companies and a major contractor within the CIMIC Group. The business delivers large and complex infrastructure projects across transport, tunnelling, roads, rail, utilities, building and resources. CPB Contractors is known for working on nationally significant projects, often in joint ventures with government agencies, international contractors and specialist partners. Its projects typically involve technically demanding work, large multidisciplinary teams and strict requirements for safety, quality, environmental management and community engagement. Employees may work in metropolitan areas, regional locations or remote project environments, depending on the contract. The company promotes structured project management, professional development and collaboration across engineering, construction and corporate functions.

Working in Australia

Australia offers strong opportunities for experienced planners in tunnelling, rail, roads, utilities, mining and major infrastructure. The construction sector values people with project controls experience, Primavera P6 skills and knowledge of Australian safety and contractual practices. Workplace culture is generally practical, direct and team-oriented, with strong emphasis on safety, reliability and work-life balance. Lifestyle varies from major-city living in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane or Perth to regional and fly-in fly-out project work. Skilled workers may need an employer-sponsored visa, such as the Skills in Demand visa, or another suitable skilled migration pathway. Candidates should confirm occupation eligibility, English requirements and licensing matters with the Australian Department of Home Affairs. Relocation costs, accommodation, site allowances and roster arrangements should be discussed with the employer before accepting an offer.