--- title: Rostering Software for Utilities | Cru Software description: Cru Rostering empowers utilities to optimise workforce deployment, reduce risk, and maintain seamless operations across critical infrastructure. --- [![crusoftware.com](https://www.crusoftware.com/hubfs/crusoftware.com.svg "crusoftware.com")](https://www.crusoftware.com/?hsLang=en) [![cru-software-landscape-full-colour-rgb](https://www.crusoftware.com/hs-fs/hubfs/cru-software-landscape-full-colour-rgb.jpg?width=5843&height=1738&name=cru-software-landscape-full-colour-rgb.jpg "cru-software-landscape-full-colour-rgb")](https://www.crusoftware.com?hsLang=en) - Solutions - [CRU Rostering](https://www.crusoftware.com/rostering/) - [CRU Worker App](https://www.crusoftware.com/workerapp/) - [CRU Scheduling](https://www.crusoftware.com/scheduling/) - [Integrated Workforce](https://www.crusoftware.com/integrated-solutions/) - [Proof of Concept/Value](https://www.crusoftware.com/pov) - [About Us](https://www.crusoftware.com/about-us/) - [Partnerships](https://www.crusoftware.com/partners/) - [News & Blog](https://www.crusoftware.com/blog) - [Success Stories](https://www.crusoftware.com/casestudy/) - Industries - [Mining](https://www.crusoftware.com/mining/) - [Mining Services](https://www.crusoftware.com/mining-rostering-software) - [Utilities](https://www.crusoftware.com/utilities/) - [Engineering Services](https://www.crusoftware.com/engineeringservices) More results [Get In touch](https://www.crusoftware.com/contact/?hsLang=en) [Get in touch](https://www.crusoftware.com/contact/?hsLang=en) - Solutions - [CRU Rostering](https://www.crusoftware.com/rostering/) - [CRU Worker App](https://www.crusoftware.com/workerapp/) - [CRU Scheduling](https://www.crusoftware.com/scheduling/) - [Integrated Workforce](https://www.crusoftware.com/integrated-solutions/) - [Proof of Concept/Value](https://www.crusoftware.com/pov) - [About Us](https://www.crusoftware.com/about-us/) - [Partnerships](https://www.crusoftware.com/partners/) - [News & Blog](https://www.crusoftware.com/blog) - [Success Stories](https://www.crusoftware.com/casestudy/) - Industries - [Mining](https://www.crusoftware.com/mining/) - [Mining Services](https://www.crusoftware.com/mining-rostering-software) - [Utilities](https://www.crusoftware.com/utilities/) - [Engineering Services](https://www.crusoftware.com/engineeringservices) [Buy Now](https://www.crusoftware.com/contact/?hsLang=en) Rostering and Scheduling # Software solutions for utilities and energy operators Obtain up to a 50% productivity boost by efficiently rostering and scheduling your workforce, including employees, contractors and field workers. We provide gas, water,  electricity, sewage and energy companies full visibility into their workforce to help them get the right people at the right place at the right time. ![Harmony Gold Team](https://www.crusoftware.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Website%20Images%20for%20Success%20Page%20(370%20%C3%97%20370%20px)%20(5).png?width=370&height=370&name=Website%20Images%20for%20Success%20Page%20(370%20%C3%97%20370%20px)%20(5).png) CRU Rostering Harmony Gold's Rostering Transformation [Read story](https://www.crusoftware.com/harmony-gold-rostering/?hsLang=en) ![Origin Energy Worker](https://www.crusoftware.com/hs-fs/hubfs/200121_Origin_01_0134_thumb_1200.jpg?width=1200&height=800&name=200121_Origin_01_0134_thumb_1200.jpg) CRU Scheduling Solution sets Origin Energy up for growth [Learn more](https://www.crusoftware.com/originworkforcemanagement?hsLang=en) ## ![CRU Rostering laptop and iphone](https://www.crusoftware.com/hs-fs/hubfs/CRU%20Rostering%20laptop%20and%20iphone.png?width=286&name=CRU%20Rostering%20laptop%20and%20iphone.png)Rostering and Scheduling made easy ### Solutions that make it easy to improve operational efficiencies - Roster workers based on availability, skill and qualification - Schedule jobs based on skill, location, availability and route optimisation - Match workers skills with job/task requirements - Create what-if scenarios and plan for the unexpected fluctuations, base-line and capacity requirements ## Create fast and equitable rosters and schedules The cloud-based [rostering software](https://www.crusoftware.com/rostering/?hsLang=en) and app offer simple-to-use features and are built with your workforce in mind. The solution focuses solely on ensuring your workers are where and when they need to be. It removes outdated communication processes, simplifies workflows and reduces human error. Plan ahead with peace of mind by knowing your workforce availability is kept up to date. ![Wind Farm 3](https://www.crusoftware.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Wind%20Farm%203.jpg?width=1439&height=982&name=Wind%20Farm%203.jpg) --- ### Make work simple --- #### Communication Improve communications with automated workflows, push notifications and broadcast messaging Communication #### Rapid Response Roster & schedule during periods of peak demand, fluctuations, emergencies and shutdowns Rapid Response #### Shift Swap Empower workers to self-manage roster coverage, accept or decline shifts and set availability Shift Swap #### Time and Attendance Supervisors can track worker attendance, manage shifts and fill the gaps in real-time Time and Attendance #### Visibility Increase oversight of all resources across multi-site and disparate locations Visibility #### Compliance and Safety Compliant rostering and scheduling to eliminate fatigue and increase safety Compliance and Safety \* All features and workflows are configurable --- ### Scheduling software for the energy and utilities sector can help manage a wide range of workflows, including --- #### Inspections Schedule and manage inspections related to permits Inspections #### Disaster Management Effectively deliver resources in Emergency Recovery Operations Disaster Management #### Install & Maintenance Wells, pipes, electricity poles, schedule maintenance and emergency repairs with ease Install & Maintenance ## Drive productivity  Combine rosters and maintenance data in one system and enhance business-wide visibility with dashboards and scenario analysis. The solution allows for the alignment of work at assets and sites, improving customer satisfaction (fewer outages), worker utilisation and organisational alignment. Schedules are designed to optimise work assignment and routing to dramatically reduce travel time without jeopardising the safety of workers, reducing downtime, asset maintenance, and worker efficiency.  ![Powerlines-1](https://www.crusoftware.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Powerlines-1.jpg?width=600&height=409&name=Powerlines-1.jpg) ## Manage your workers from anywhere in the world Rapidly create rosters in minutes. With Cru Rostering, you can manage your entire workforce roster from a single platform, regardless of location. Cru Rostering helps the most complex businesses simplify the rostering process and focus on growth. ![Control Room](https://www.crusoftware.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Control%20Room.jpg?width=733&height=500&name=Control%20Room.jpg) With the ability to consider criteria and handle multiple sites and large teams, Cru Solutions is the preferred software for the energy, utilities and heavy resources businesses. ### See it in action --- ## Our customers --- ![Santos](https://www.crusoftware.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Santos.jpg?width=200&height=100&name=Santos.jpg) ![bp](https://www.crusoftware.com/hs-fs/hubfs/bp.jpg?width=200&height=100&name=bp.jpg) ![CQFMS](https://www.crusoftware.com/hs-fs/hubfs/CQFMS.jpg?width=200&height=100&name=CQFMS.jpg) ![Liberty](https://www.crusoftware.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Liberty.jpg?width=200&height=100&name=Liberty.jpg) ![Origin](https://www.crusoftware.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Origin.jpg?width=200&height=100&name=Origin.jpg) ![Southern Ports-1](https://www.crusoftware.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Southern%20Ports-1.jpg?width=200&height=100&name=Southern%20Ports-1.jpg) ![GFG](https://www.crusoftware.com/hs-fs/hubfs/GFG.jpg?width=400&height=200&name=GFG.jpg) ![Harmony](https://www.crusoftware.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Harmony.jpg?width=200&height=100&name=Harmony.jpg) ![Shell](https://www.crusoftware.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Shell.jpg?width=200&height=100&name=Shell.jpg) ![Arrow](https://www.crusoftware.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Arrow.jpg?width=200&height=100&name=Arrow.jpg) ![SIMEC](https://www.crusoftware.com/hs-fs/hubfs/SIMEC.jpg?width=200&height=100&name=SIMEC.jpg) ![Ausnet](https://www.crusoftware.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Ausnet.jpg?width=200&height=100&name=Ausnet.jpg) ![UU](https://www.crusoftware.com/hs-fs/hubfs/UU.jpg?width=200&height=100&name=UU.jpg) ## Integrate easily with existing HR and payroll systems Cru Software's workforce [rostering system](https://www.crusoftware.com/rostering/?hsLang=en) integrates smoothly with many HRIS, 3rd party vendor apps, and in-house built or incumbent solutions. Cru Workforce Rostering and Scheduling can scale with your![Bro](https://www.crusoftware.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Bro.jpg?width=331&name=Bro.jpg) business.   - Reduce overspend - Minimise errors and duplicative work - Enable capacity and scenario planning - Integrate existing processes, systems and platforms - Minimise human error [![Learn More...](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/8315061/df7155d7-327d-45cd-b5a4-d313e8e8065a.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/8315061/df7155d7-327d-45cd-b5a4-d313e8e8065a) ![Sap logo](https://www.crusoftware.com/hs-fs/hubfs/EM1%20-%20Workforce%20Fatigue%20Management%20Resize%20(2).png?width=200&height=100&name=EM1%20-%20Workforce%20Fatigue%20Management%20Resize%20(2).png) ![Oracle Logo](https://www.crusoftware.com/hs-fs/hubfs/EM1%20-%20Workforce%20Fatigue%20Management%20Resize%20(3).png?width=200&height=100&name=EM1%20-%20Workforce%20Fatigue%20Management%20Resize%20(3).png) ![MyPass](https://www.crusoftware.com/hs-fs/hubfs/EM1%20-%20Workforce%20Fatigue%20Management%20Resize%20(1).png?width=200&height=100&name=EM1%20-%20Workforce%20Fatigue%20Management%20Resize%20(1).png) ![Fly2Work Product](https://www.crusoftware.com/hs-fs/hubfs/EM1%20-%20Workforce%20Fatigue%20Management%20Resize.png?width=200&height=100&name=EM1%20-%20Workforce%20Fatigue%20Management%20Resize.png) ![Journey Management System](https://www.crusoftware.com/hs-fs/hubfs/EM1%20-%20Workforce%20Fatigue%20Management%20Resize%20(4).png?width=200&height=100&name=EM1%20-%20Workforce%20Fatigue%20Management%20Resize%20(4).png) --- ## The Results --- #### 32% Reduction in Labour Costs By aligning the right people to the right roles, customers reduced the reliance on contractors  32% Reduction in Labour Costs #### 50% Increase in Rostering Efficiency Customers saw a 50% reduction in rostering administration time and effort 50% Increase in Rostering Efficiency #### 25% Reduction in Asset downtime Customers aligned work orders to reduce asset downtime 25% Reduction in Asset downtime ## What our customers say Supporting organisations all over the world > “We worked with Cru to understand what was really happening within our business. The project focused on how we were distributing work packages to our suppliers and where we could obtain improvements. During the investigation phase, an estimated 12% of activities were found to be misaligned. After running the schedule optimisation, we achieved a reduction of visits by 9%, with some larger sites achieving a 23% improvement in the alignment of activities.” Manager Infrastructure - Operations & Service Delivery QLD-based Water Utility --- ### AusNet uncovered the power of Cru Solutions to manage the maintenance and inspection of 400,000+ power poles across Victoria each year --- “Our team saves hours per day using Cru Scheduling allowing us to focus on growth! As we continue to grow, we are able to deliver more with the same resources.” Integrated Gas Project Lead Origin Energy “The team were fantastic to work with. They really listened to the pain points of our business and delivered a solution to fit our business.” Operations Manager Field Mining Services "The benefits of this integrated system were immediately apparent when we began using the Cru solution on our first project." Integrated Gas eAM Origin Energy --- ## Why are over 90,000 workers using Cru Rostering? A rostering app that’s simple to use and built with your workers in mind, and focuses solely on making sure your workers are where they need to be when they need to be there. It removes outdated communication processes and simplifies workflows for your rostering teams.  [Learn more...](https://www.crusoftware.com/workerapp?hsLang=en) --- ## Find out more [All Blogs](https://www.crusoftware.com/en-au/blog?hsLang=en) ![Workforce Fatigue Management Resize (160 × 200 px) (400 × 296 px)](https://www.crusoftware.com/hs-fs/hubfs/EM1%20-%20Workforce%20Fatigue%20Management%20Resize%20(160%20%C3%97%20200%20px)%20(400%20%C3%97%20296%20px).png?width=400&height=296&name=EM1%20-%20Workforce%20Fatigue%20Management%20Resize%20(160%20%C3%97%20200%20px)%20(400%20%C3%97%20296%20px).png) #### Workforce Fatigue Management How other are organisations combating the challenges [Workforce Fatigue Management](https://www.crusoftware.com/blog/workforce-fatigue-management/?hsLang=en) ![EM1 - Workforce Fatigue Management Resize (160 × 200 px) (400 × 296 px) (1)](https://www.crusoftware.com/hs-fs/hubfs/EM1%20-%20Workforce%20Fatigue%20Management%20Resize%20(160%20%C3%97%20200%20px)%20(400%20%C3%97%20296%20px)%20(1).png?width=400&height=296&name=EM1%20-%20Workforce%20Fatigue%20Management%20Resize%20(160%20%C3%97%20200%20px)%20(400%20%C3%97%20296%20px)%20(1).png) #### Automated Roster Management Benefits of automating rostering over Excel [Automated Roster Management](https://www.crusoftware.com/blog/advantages-of-automated-rostering/?hsLang=en) ![Happy satisfied oil and gas worker](https://www.crusoftware.com/hs-fs/hubfs/EM1%20-%20Workforce%20Fatigue%20Management%20Resize%20(160%20%C3%97%20200%20px)%20(400%20%C3%97%20296%20px)%20(2).png?width=400&height=296&name=EM1%20-%20Workforce%20Fatigue%20Management%20Resize%20(160%20%C3%97%20200%20px)%20(400%20%C3%97%20296%20px)%20(2).png) #### Smarter Scheduling for operations & maintenance Learn from our customer case study - Origin Energy [Smarter Scheduling for operations & maintenance](https://www.crusoftware.com/blog/intelligent-scheduling-origin-energy?hsLang=en) ![Cru Rostering Mobile App](https://f.hubspotusercontent20.net/hub/273774/hubfs/act3/images/sample-16.jpg?width=52&height=52&name=sample-16.jpg) Book a demo Let us walk you through Cru Rostering [Book Now](https://www.crusoftware.com/book-a-demo/?hsLang=en) #### CRU Software Rostering and Scheduling Software Solutions for the resources sector. 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