Job summary

We're seeking 4 Production.Materials Planners to support the delivery of efficient, cost-effective, and high-quality production processes within our naval programme operations.

Key skills required for this role

Production/Materials Planning, SAP

Important

You must be based in the UK and have a British Passport

Job description

We're seeking 4 Production Planners to support the delivery of efficient, cost-effective, and high-quality production processes within our naval programme operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Interpret customer requirements to create clear and structured task breakdowns that accurately reflect current production methods and dependencies.

• Develop detailed low-level schedules and ensure smooth workflow through established planning stages (Yellow to Green), identifying and resolving blockers on Pink/Red boards.

• Estimate time and labour required for each trade using production process standards, parametric methods, and practical experience.

• Identify materials, services, and subcontractor needs, liaising with the supply chain and reviewing supplier quotes to ensure accurate costing and full work scope coverage.

• Maintain and enhance standard job libraries, incorporating parts information, feedback, and performance history into planning tools and templates.

• Support the implementation of performance metrics and planning improvements through continuous monitoring and feedback.

• Foster close collaboration with production trade leads and subcontractors to continuously refine planning norms and estimating accuracy.

• Report non-conforming products or services in line with internal quality and compliance processes.

• Coach and mentor apprentices and junior staff, sharing best practices and promoting a culture of continuous improvement.

What We're Looking For:

• Proven experience in production planning.

• Solid understanding of planning workflows and task list structures across large-scale manufacturing or engineering projects.

• Proficiency in cost estimating, task scheduling, and materials planning.

• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, especially when liaising across supply chain, production, and subcontractor teams.

Be part of one of the UK's most prestigious Maritime organisations.