Engineering Planner

Do you have planning/scheduling experience within a Engineering, Manufacturing, Production environment? DS Smith are currently looking for an 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. Role: Engineering Planner 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