Sr. Turnaround Scheduler

Motiva Enterprises LLC•Port Arthur, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Sr. Turnaround Scheduler is responsible for leading the planning, development, and execution of complex turnaround and shutdown schedules to ensure safe, efficient, and cost-effective project delivery. This role integrates cross-functional inputs, manages critical path activities, and drives schedule performance while maintaining compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements. Acts as a central coordination point between operations, maintenance, engineering, contractors, and vendors to minimize downtime and optimize resource utilization.

Requirements

10+ years of experience working at a large-scale industrial complex
High school diploma or equivalent education
Knowledge of maintenance planning, manpower loading, sequencing, resource leveling, scheduling, and target and milestone setting
Knowledge of maintenance, production, planning, and scheduling processes
Physical ability to work around and on industrial equipment, including frequent climbing of stairs and ladders
Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in designated areas (respirator, hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, heeled boots, and hearing protection)

Responsibilities

Lead the development and optimization of integrated turnaround schedules, ensuring alignment with scope, resources, and operational constraints.
Collaborate with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, and Planning teams to define work scope, sequencing, and execution strategies.
Establish and manage critical path activities, identifying risks and implementing mitigation plans to prevent delays.
Monitor schedule performance using KPIs and progress tracking tools; analyze variances and drive corrective actions.
Coordinate daily turnaround activities, proactively resolving scheduling conflicts and resource constraints.
Interface with contractors and vendors to ensure timely mobilization, execution, and demobilization of services.
Support cost and resource forecasting by aligning schedules with budget requirements and manpower plans.
Serve as the primary point of contact for turnaround scheduling communications across all stakeholders.
Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards throughout all phases of the turnaround.
Provide leadership during execution, including participation in emergency response activities and real-time schedule adjustments.