
Planner
- Cape Town, Western Cape
- Contract
- Full-time
- Project Planning & Scheduling
- Develop baseline schedules using Primavera P6/MS Project for shutdowns, maintenance, and construction projects.
- Create work breakdown structures (WBS) and critical path methods (CPM).
- Coordinate with engineers, supervisors, and contractors to optimize timelines.
- Resource & Cost Management
- Forecast manpower, equipment, and material requirements.
- Track progress vs. plan and update schedules weekly/daily.
- Assist in budget preparation and cost-loaded schedules.
- Reporting & Compliance
- Generate progress reports (S-curves, histograms, dashboards) for management.
- Ensure compliance with client scheduling standards (e.g., SAP, Aconex).
- Support risk management by identifying delays and proposing mitigations.
- Turnaround & Shutdown Planning
- Plan major maintenance shutdowns (refineries, power plants).
- Coordinate multi-disciplinary teams (mechanical, electrical, instrumentation).
- Conduct post-shutdown reviews for lessons learned.
- Diploma/Degree in Engineering (Mechanical/Electrical/Industrial) or Project Management.
- Certification in Primavera P6/MS Project (essential).
- 3+ years planning experience in oil & gas, mining, or heavy industry.
- Technical Skills
- Advanced Primavera P6, MS Project, Excel (Gantt charts, macros).
- Knowledge of CMMS (SAP PM, Maximo, JD Edwards).
- Understanding of Earned Value Management (EVM).
- Industry-Specific Knowledge
- Experience in EPCM, EPC, or maintenance planning.
- Familiarity with SABS/SANS standards and OHS Act compliance.
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