JOB DESCRIPTION:

• The Planner will take care of the Overall Planning function from bidding phase to the Construction Phase of Projects in Secunda.
• Set up Planning Software to ensure the Software will function correctly once Progress updates are done throughout the Project.
• Be able to read and interpret complex Technical Documents and develop schedules from Scope of Work and Works Information documents with minimal input from Supervisors and other stakeholders.
• Develop Overall Project Programmes in Microsoft Projects / Primavera P6, complying with Standard Planning Practices.
• Develop Bid Schedules in Microsoft Projects/Primavera P6, complying with Standard Planning Practices.
• Resource & Cost Load Project Programme.
• Be able to analyse the Project Programme for any Software anomalies and be able to find work around solutions.
• Liaise with Contractors to obtain schedules and incorporate the Contractor schedules into the Master document.
• Manage Contractors planners to ensure timeous reporting from the Contractors on a weekly basis.
• Chair progress meetings with Contractors and the Employer on projects.
• Develop, update and maintain the Reporting Documents as per the Contract requirements.
• Produce Weekly & Monthly Reports as per the Contract Requirements.
• Develop and maintain Project S-Curves.
• Develop the EVM Database for the Project as well as update the EVM Report as per Contract requirements.
• Manage scope changes, delays, disruptions etc and assist the Project Manager in demonstrating the impact to the Programme.
• Develop Recovery Programmes (when required).
• Issue Two Week Look Ahead schedules to all disciplines.
• Report on Critical Path Activities and any changes to the Critical Path to all team members.
• Communicate Project status to supervisor on Weekly basis.

SPECIAL QUALITIES OR EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• The candidate must have a minimum of 8 years prior experience in a similar environment (Petrochemical environment)
• Understand complex Engineering Drawings, BOQ’s and Works Information documents to develop detailed Construction schedules, Shutdown experience.
• Advance knowledge of Primavera P6, Microsoft Project Professional (2016 or later version)
• Be an advanced user in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Be able to work independently in a fast paced environment.
• Analytical skills to identify & resolve software problems.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Essential: Primavera P6 Advanced Certification
• Desirable: Field experience (Trade in a Petrochemical environment on sites)