PROJECT SCHEDULER Location: Barrow-In-Furness
Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Travel Requirements: Minimal
Perm FTC 2 Years / Up to £45k per annum + extra £650 per month if live out of area
Join a Global Leader in Mechanical Power Transmission Our client is seeking a capable and motivated IPT Scheduler to support the delivery of complex, long-term defence programmes. This is an exciting opportunity to join a business that blends centuries of engineering expertise with modern innovation, serving critical industrial and defence applications around the globe.
Key Responsibilities: Develop and maintain robust, integrated project and programme schedules
Collaborate with Programme Managers and internal departments to align timelines, activities, and deliverables
Maintain and control schedule baselines, tracking progress against key milestones
Analyse schedule performance and proactively identify potential delays or issues
Provide clear, actionable performance reports and recommendations
Support schedule integration across interdependent projects
Monitor and resolve scheduling conflicts, constraints, and assumptions
Candidate Requirements: Proven experience as a Project Scheduler in a complex project environment
Experience in a manufacturing or engineering business preferred
Proficiency in MS Project or similar scheduling tools
Scheduling certification (e.g., PMI-SP) desirable
Minimum A-level education; a degree is preferred
Strong analytical, organisational, and communication skills
Ability to work collaboratively across departments and stakeholder groups
Why Join? Our clieny is a trusted name in power transmission with operations in 24 locations and a workforce of over 1,200 employees. They deliver mission-critical solutions across defence, marine, energy, and industrial markets. Working in their UK Defence division, you will contribute to projects of national significance and enjoy a culture that values integrity, collaboration, and performance.
Important Information: Due to security and export control restrictions, applicants must meet UK Right to Work requirements and may be subject to additional eligibility checks based on nationality and place of birth.
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