Planner/ Project coordinator

Job Description:

Job Title: Planner

 Job Location: Saudi Arabia

Year of Experience: Minimum 5 years

Salary: 7000 SAR gross

Working hours: 8 hours/ day, 6 days/week

Roles and Responsibilities:

KEY RESPONSIBILITY:

• Schedule Preparation: Develop and prepare a detailed schedule based on Preventive Maintenance (PM) activities, ensuring that all tasks are aligned with the work orders. Prepare a seven-week look-ahead schedule to manage upcoming tasks and optimize resource allocation.
• Coordination: Act as a liaison between planners and supervisors to ensure smooth job coordination. Facilitate communication to ensure that all tasks are planned and executed as per the established schedule.
• Compliance Reporting: Prepare compliance reports to evaluate an review project performance, highlighting key metrics and areas of improvement. Provide regular updates on the progress of scheduled tasks.
•  Schedule Adjustments: Make necessary changes and updates to the schedule to accommodate emergency plant requirements, ensuring minimal disruption to ongoing operations.
• Monitoring & Reporting: Track the progress of work orders, ensuring that all planned activities are completed on time and within budget. Provide updates on any delays or issues that may impact the schedule.
• Collaboration: Collaborate with various departments and teams to ensure all activities are on track and any scheduling conflicts are resolved promptly.

Required Qualifications & Skills:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in project scheduling, maintenance planning, or coordination in a plant or industrial environment.
• Strong knowledge of scheduling techniques, including look-ahead schedules and resource allocation.
•  Experience in coordinating with both planners and supervisors to ensure seamless execution of schedules.
• Proficiency in project scheduling software and Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Strong communication skills with the ability to report on project performance and adjustments.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and handle emergency scheduling requests promptly.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Desired Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Project Management, or a related field.
• Certification or training in project management or scheduling tools (e.g., Primavera, MS Project) is a plus.
• Prior experience in a manufacturing or plant environment is highly desirable.