Do you have planning/scheduling experience within an Engineering, Manufacturing, Production environment?
DS Smith are currently looking for an Engineering Planner.
Role: Engineering Planner
The Engineering Planner manages work schedules, resources, and timelines to ensure timely, safe, and cost-effective completion. Supporting the Engineering Manager and Engineering Supervisor to validate work completion to the required standard.
Location
South Mills, The Ridgeway, Blunham, Bedford, MK44 3PH
Salary
£50k
Shift
Monday - Friday, 8am-4pm (Flexible with shift pattern)
Key Responsibilities
* Scheduling & Planning: Create, maintain, and update detailed work schedules and programmes, including resource loading.
* Resource Allocation: Identify and manage the allocation of manpower, materials, and equipment.
* Progress Tracking: Meticulously track work progress, identifying discrepancies between planned and actual work.
* Risk Management: Identify, evaluate, and mitigate risks associated with operational activities.
* Reporting & Communication: Produce progress reports and communicate with stakeholders regarding progress, delays, and necessary adjustments.
* Contractor Management: Work closely with contractors to ensure delivery in line with business requirements.
Key Skills & Qualifications
* Previous experience in an Engineering environment, with a focus on works planning activities.
* Strong analytical abilities to assess project data, analyse delay impacts, and optimise works schedules.
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills to liaise with clients, engineers, and stakeholders.
* Experience of working with SAP or a similar system would be desirable, but appropriate training will be provided.
Benefits
* Advice and editing on your current CV
* Paid holiday
* Chance to receive £300 for referring a friend
* Opportunity for progression into permanent roles
* Competitive rates of pay
Does this role sound interesting? Apply today and a member of the team will be in contact if you meet our requirements.
All applicants are subject to vetting checks including but not limited to: Right to work check, DBS check and reference check.
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