Job Description

Excited to work for a key Belgian player in the energy landscape?

The Belgian and European energy landscape is in full swing. Did you know that Elia Belgium plays a crucial role in this? As part of Elia Group, a European transmission system operator, Elia Belgium ensures the reliability and sustainability of the electricity supply in our country.

Side-by-side with your talented colleagues, you will play a part in building a sustainable, green and reliable energy infrastructure that stimulates economic growth and reduces our ecological footprint.

Only together can we make the biggest impact possible! We believe in the power of diversity: we are convinced that an inclusive and diverse work environment leads to more innovation, creativity and better results.
Scheduling Officer
Requisition ID:  9985
Posting Start Date:  28/07/2025

Function

 

The Belgian and European energy landscape is in full swing. Did you know that Elia Belgium plays a crucial role in this?
As part of Elia Group, a European transmission system operator, Elia Belgium ensures the reliability and sustainability of the electricity supply in our country.
Side-by-side with colleagues, you will play a part in building a sustainable, green and reliable energy infrastructure that stimulates economic growth and reduces our ecological footprint. 
Only together can we make the biggest impact possible! We believe in the power of diversity: we are convinced that an inclusive and diverse work environment leads to more innovation, creativity and better results.

 

As a Scheduling Officer, you will assist a number of Program Managers and an Officer and will be in charge of the schedule management of Infrastructure projects from design, construction till the start of commercial operations. 
You will also participate in the improvement of the schedule management governance and processes, give training and coaching on schedule management.

 

Your main tasks will be:

 

  • Defining schedule management: 
    • Define/validate/challenge the schedule management approach, taking into account enterprise environmental factors and other program-specific constraints or requirements. 
    • Establish a framework for managing schedules: and elaborate the scheduling requirements to be imposed to the EPC contractors 
    • Define schedule reporting as part of the program reporting. 
    • Document the schedule management approach in the Schedule Management Plan. 
  • Contribute to the integration of the program schedule with other project management knowledge areas like scope management, procurement/contract management/interface management
  • Establish and maintain the program schedule: 
    • Set up the structure in the scheduling tool (MSP and Primavera P6); 
    • Organizing the necessary meetings to gather the contents. 
    • Continuously challenge the scheduling inputs. 
    • Apply estimating technique for estimating schedule durations and variances. Introduce more advanced scheduling techniques where necessary. 
    • Progress monitoring
  • Perform schedule analysis & reporting: 
    • Change impact analysis
    • Schedule Risk Assessment 

Your Profile

 

  • You have 5 years experience in a similar role  and knowledge of project management methodology PMI/PMBOK and of schedule management techniques and methodologies.
  • You have expert knowledge of MS Office, specifically MS Project/Primavera P6. 
  • Knowledge of infrastructure projects (Engineering, Construction), of high voltage transmission infrastructure projects and/or offshore works is an asset.  
  • You are a proactive, strong communicator and team player, allowing you to gather the necessary scheduling inputs with a critical view.
  • You have the ability to perform data-driven analysis and translate this into clear conclusions and messages.
  • Proficiency in Dutch and French is required, as well as a good knowledge of English.

Offer

 

  • Salary: a competitive salary package, allowance for representation expenses, year-end bonus, double vacation pay, meal vouchers (€8 per working day), eco-vouchers, year-end vouchers as well as bonuses based on individual and group results. 
  • Insurance: group insurance, hospitalisation insurance and ambulant care insurance for the whole family. 
  • Vacation: you will be entitled to 20 vacation days, 12 additional vacation days and 3 exempt days (after 1 year of employment) and up to 5 long-service days (1 day for every 3 years in employment). 
  • Communication: you will be given an iPhone, a phone subscription (for work and private use) and a laptop with internet reimbursement. 
  • Mobility: we will offer you a company car and public transport or a mobility budget. 
  • Interest subsidies: after you have been with Elia for 5 years, Elia Engineering will be able to offer you a subsidy to reduce the interest charges on your mortgage loan. This will only be possible if the mortgage loan was taken out when you were already an Elia employee. 
  • Elia shares: Elia will give you the opportunity to subscribe to shares with a discount of 16.66% on the average share price. 

Location

 

Quai Monnoyer 3, 1000 Brussels

There’s something electric in the air with this job offer!

In exchange for your work and dedication, you enjoy the following benefits:

  • A job full of variety with a top employer: Elia encourages innovation and collaboration. Within our company you will be at the forefront of the energy transition, and you will have the chance to contribute to ground-breaking technologies designed to accelerate this transition. It is a one-of-a-kind opportunity to further develop your knowledge and skills.
  • Focus on personal growth and well-being at work: Discover a wide range of professional training and coaching opportunities that are guaranteed to give your personal growth a solid boost.  At the same time, as a top employer, we put maximum effort into a positive work culture in which your well-being is central.
  • Development opportunities for a challenging career: At Elia, we encourage you to seek out and seize new professional opportunities. You will enjoy complete freedom to shape your career on your own terms.
  • A diverse team of passionate colleagues: Elia puts a high value on diversity and inclusion. You will join a diverse and passionate team that enjoys sharing knowledge and leading the way towards a more sustainable future together.

These are just a few of the benefits that distinguish Elia as a Top Employer. We are convinced that your contribution to our team will be invaluable and look forward to welcoming you soon!
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