- Building schedule baselines in line with SDA procedures and desk instructions to drive and control project.
- Monitoring progress and resources against baseline highlighting variances.
- Updating remaining work so forward forecast is available.
- Communicating key project schedule performance data to key member of the project, programme and SDA leadership.
- Experience in managing and interpreting data to a high degree of accuracy.
- Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications, in particular Excel.
- Enthusiastic and able to be flexible with a varying workload.
- An excellent communicator is required, both verbal and written.
- An ability to work in a team environment but also able to work independently.
- Motivated to learn and develop new skills.
- Stakeholder Management
- Planning and Scheduling
- Communicating and influencing
- Working together
- 25 days annual leave +1 day a year up to 30 days, 8 bank holidays and a day off for the Kings birthday
- Flexible and hybrid working options
- Market-leading average employer pension contribution of 27%
- Annual performance-based bonus and recognition awards
- Access to specialist training and funded qualifications
- Support for progression
- Huge range of discounts
- Volunteering days
- Enhanced parental leave schemes
- Candidate Information Pack:
- Terms and Conditions:
- Pre-sift - We will check that you meet any essential or eligibility criteria that are listed in the Person Specification section of this advert. On your CV, please clearly show how you meet the essential criteria.
- Sift - Your CV will be assessed against the following categories, using a simple numerical scoring system: Key Achievements; Relevant Experience; Applied Knowledge and Skills Please follow our guidance on CV writing for best chance of success.
- Interview - If you're invited to interview, you'll be assessed against the Sift categories listed above, as well as the Technical Competences and Behaviours listed in the Person Specification section of this advert. Offering at a lower level
-
Planner & Scheduler
5 days ago
Advanced Resource Managers Limited Bristol, United KingdomOur client is looking to recruit a planner/scheduler to join their existing team in the Bristol area, who will be responsible for the delivery of maintenance planning works across the South West. · **Responsibilities**: · - Scheduling works based on geographic location. · - Ensur ...
-
Planner/scheduler
1 week ago
Geze UK Bristol, United KingdomGEZE UK now has a full time opportunity for a Service Co-Ordinator to join our South West team based in Bristol. · GEZE is a world leader in manual and automatic door and window control systems, glass products, and natural smoke and heat ventilation. GEZE UK is the UK subsidiary ...
-
Scheduler/planner
1 day ago
Home Instead Bristol/Nailsea Bristol, United Kingdom**Job Summary** · The mission for this challenging position is to complete the monthly schedules on time by matching carers with clients while meeting their preferences in regards to days, times and duration of visits. Consider carer's location and traveling time when creating th ...
-
Senior Planner/scheduler
2 days ago
Spinwell Bristol, United KingdomRole: Senior Planner/ Scheduler REF 67182 · Contract Length: 11 months · Location: Hybrid/Bristol - 2/3 days a week in office but need to be flexible to meet business needs. · IR35: Inside · Pay Rate to Intermediary: Market Rate · Security Clearance: SC requested · Spinwell is re ...
-
Project Planner or Scheduler
1 week ago
Defence Equipment & Support Bristol, United KingdomThe Project Delivery function tracks and delivers some of the most complex and exciting projects in UK defence, offering fantastic variety with the support to shape and grow your career. With Project Controls and Project Management specialists working arm-in-arm, together our tea ...
-
Project Planner or Scheduler
1 week ago
Reed Talent Solutions Bristol, United KingdomThe Project Delivery function tracks and delivers some of the most complex and exciting projects in UK defence, offering fantastic variety with the support to shape and grow your career. With Project Controls and Project Management specialists working arm-in-arm,together our team ...
-
Scheduler/planner
1 week ago
Right at Home North Somerset Weston-super-Mare, United KingdomIt takes a truly special person, with the right personality and a passion for making a real difference, to work for Right at Home. · Right at Home North Somerset provide _premium quality_ Home Care to adults with Physical and Learning Disabilities and the Elderly. We have built u ...
-
Works Planner/scheduler
3 days ago
Sovereign Housing Association Yate, United KingdomAt Sovereign we are driven by our social purpose where our customers are at the heart of everything we do - more homes, better places, excellent services. Providing an efficient 'right first time' repairs and maintenance services to our properties is ourkey focus. · We have a gre ...
-
Planner Scheduler
3 days ago
Titan Recruitment (South) Ltd Weston-Super-Mare, United Kingdom Full timeTitan Recruitment Solutions are currently recruiting for a Planner to work for our client based in Bleadon(BS23). · Immediate Start – Full Time Work · Shifts: Monday to Friday – 09:00 – 17:00 · Annual Salary: £25,000 to £28,000 · Temp 2 Perm Position · The responsibilities of the ...
-
De&s/sda Project Planner or Scheduler
1 week ago
Defence Equipment & Support Bristol, United Kingdom**Job description for DE&S/SDA Project Planner or Scheduler** · The Project Delivery function tracks and delivers some of the most complex and exciting projects in UK defence, offering fantastic variety with the support to shape and grow your career. With Project Controls and Pro ...
-
Ministry of Defence Bristol, United Kingdom**Details**: · **Reference number**: · **Salary**: · - £34,800 - £37,400- per annum (pro rata), plus generous benefits and an average 27% employer pension contribution. Existing civil servants should refer to the Further Information document for salary details.- A Civil Service P ...
-
Ministry of Defence Bristol, United Kingdom**Details**: · **Reference number**: · **Salary**: · - £32,500 - £35,000- per annum (pro rata), plus generous benefits and an average employer pension contribution of 27%. Existing civil servants should refer to the Further Information document attached for salary details.**Job g ...
-
Works Planner/ Scheduler
1 week ago
Re Resource Group Gloucester, United KingdomAre you looking for a role where everyday is different, varied and you can learn new skills? Are you looking for a role where you can progress within 6 months? You will be a valued member of a busy team joining a national company where you will be organising and managing engineer ...
-
Scheduler Production Planner
1 week ago
Roc Search Bristol, United KingdomProduction Planner - Bristol - Permanent · WFH 1 day/week · Progression opportunities · My client are looking for a Production Planner to join them on a permanent basis. This is a varied role in a fast paced manufacturing company. Manufacturing/Engineering industry experience is ...
-
Scheduler / Regional Planner
2 weeks ago
Penguin Recruitment Ltd Bristol, United KingdomPenguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a highly regarded Town Planning and Development Consultancy in Bristol with the hire of a Senior Town Planner. This is a permanent position. · Our client operates nationwide and has been successfully trading for over 35 years In ...
-
Scheduler / Regional Planner
1 week ago
Assystem GmbH Bristol, United KingdomThe UK government has made a pledge to reach carbon neutrality by 2050 and, as such, is pushing ahead with significant investment in nuclear and renewable energies. · Assystem, as a leading provider of project management, design & construction supervision services within the nuc ...
-
Scheduler / Regional Planner
1 week ago
Kenna Recruitment Ltd Bristol, United KingdomAs Planner, you will be responsible for gaining planning permissions for land suitable for new developments that align with the companies regional growth and delivery plans. · Carry out site appraisals - keeping in mind planning policies, planning history and technical constrain ...
-
Scheduler / Regional Planner
2 weeks ago
Energy Jobline CVL Bristol, United KingdomPenguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a highly regarded Town Planning and Development Consultancy in Bristol with the hire of a Town Planner. This is a permanent position. · Our client operates nationwide and has been successfully trading for over 35 years In this ro ...
-
Scheduler / Regional Planner
1 week ago
Kenna Recruitment Ltd Bristol, United KingdomAs Planner, you will be responsible for gaining planning permissions for land suitable for new developments that align with the companies regional growth and delivery plans.As Planner, you will be responsible for:Identifying potential new sites that can be passed on to the Develo ...
-
Planner Scheduler
5 days ago
Rogers McHugh Recruitment Oldbury, United Kingdom Full timeScheduler - Birmingham Social Housing - GBP26,000 · My client are a UK wide construction contractor that specialises in social housing. They are actively recruiting for a Scheduler / Planner to join their existing team. You will be required to liaise with occupiers and maintenanc ...
SDA Junior Project Planner and Scheduler - Filton, United Kingdom - Defence Nuclear Enterprise
Description
The Project Delivery function tracks and delivers some of the most complex and exciting projects in UK defence, offering fantastic variety with the support to shape and grow your career. With Project Controls and Project Management specialists working arm-in-arm, together our teams deliver fast-paced, cutting-edge projects - from the newest armoured vehicles to ground-breaking future aviation technologies while ensuring critical core programmes keep moving forward, too.We're an Association for Project Management accredited organisation, and as part of our team you'll benefit from plenty of opportunities for development, on-going training, access to funded professional qualifications, and a c.27% employer pension contribution. Youll also have access to a wide range of employee networks, including the Womens Inclusive Network, Race & Culture Network, Pride Network, Disability Network and many more. We recognise that the best people for the job may have commitments outside of work, so were pleased to promote flexible working to support our colleagues in balancing work and home life.
Are you organised and would like to develop a career in Project Planning & Scheduling? Do you enjoy working with others? If so, we have opportunities to train as a Planner and Scheduler across SDA within a variety of exciting projects.
The Planning and Scheduling role is vital to managing our projects to ensure we deliver to time and cost ensuring our armed forces have the equipment and support to continue protecting the UK. The Planning and Scheduling role both develops and manages a project plan providing insight on performance and prioritises upcoming work.
What is Planning and Scheduling? Planning is the process we use to identify the what, who and how required for Project Delivery. Scheduling helps us to understand the when, how long and order of activity needed to deliver the project.
You will be based at Abbey Wood (ABW) Bristol or HMNB Devonport with the opportunity to visit our sister sites across the UK. At the SDA, we champion flexible ways of working. Regular in-person attendance is required (this is expected to be approximately 60% of your working week) to promote the benefits of face-to-face collaboration alongside flexibility of hours to support work-life balance and business need. Initially, you may be expected to attend more frequently to familiarise yourselves with the site, the team, and your role.
You will be working for the Scheduling Management Group (SMG). This is a junior role providing ample opportunity to start your career in Project Planning and Scheduling. You will be provided with training and development opportunities in order for you to progress, along with an internally recognised course at foundation level for Planning and Scheduling within your first 6 months. Alongside one of our Lead Planner and Schedulers, you will be working on some of our low complexity projects provided with plenty of support from the wider Planning & Scheduling community.
If you have experience of using excel, an aspiration for further development, and the passion and commitment to consistently deliver the best outcomes, then the SDA is for you.
What youll be doing
To be successful with your application, you'll need to show that you meet the following essential criteria :
Alongside your salary of 27,800, Ministry of Defence contributes 7,506 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.
#LI-Hybrid
Further Information
Selection process details
Your application will go through the following stages of assessment:
If youre not successful at interview, we may offer you a role at a lower level if this is a match for your skills and experience. If this applies to your application, youll be scored against criteria for the lower-level role and offers will be made in merit order. If you accept this position, youll be able to take advantage of opportunities to develop your career as part of our team.
Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.
Security
Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is security check (opens in a new window) .
See our vetting charter (opens in a new window) .
People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window) checks.
Nationality requirements
Open to UK nationals only.
Working for the Civil Service
The Civil Service Code (opens in a new window) sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.
We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles (opens in a new window) .
The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.
The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy.
