Job summary
Master Scheduler
Initial 6-month contract
Mostly onsite in Wimborne
Must be SC cleared or clearable at a minimum
£60-£65ph, Umb, inside IR35
Key skills required for this role
Master Scheduler, Planning, SC, Defence
Important
Master Scheduler
Job description
Our client, a distinguished player in the Defence & Security and Aerospace sectors, is currently seeking a dedicated and experienced Master Scheduler to join their team on a contract basis in Wimborne. This role involves working on-site for 3-5 days per week and requires eligibility for SC clearance, although candidates can start on BPSS.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Overseeing all scheduling activities across projects, customer orders, and resource planning
2. Developing and implementing a comprehensive centralised scheduling system
3. Working closely with the PMO, engineering managers, senior leadership team, and heads of functions to ensure coordinated planning
4. Assessing and managing resource capacity to meet project demands
5. Implementing and providing guidance on the use of planning tools such as MS Enterprise
6. Collaborating on internal projects, IT updates, transformation projects, and continuous improvements
7. Engaging with various stakeholders to align resource allocation with business objectives
8. Providing strategic advice and hands-on support to enhance scheduling processes
Job Requirements:
9. Proven experience in scheduling and planning within engineering or similar environments
10. Strong organisational skills and the ability to centralise and streamline resource planning
11. Experience with project management tools, preferably MS Enterprise
12. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
13. Ability to work independently and as part of a team, demonstrating a proactive and hands-on approach
14. Eligible for SC clearance, ideally UK nationals, with the ability to start on BPSS
Benefits:
15. Competitive contract terms
16. Opportunity to shape the scheduling processes from the ground up
17. Collaborative and dynamic work environment
18. On-site work in Wimborne for a balanced work-life structure
19. Contribution to key projects in the Defence & Security and Aerospace sectors
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