Planner III - Execution Planning

Seaspan ULC; North Vancouver; On-site; CAD 99,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading shipbuilding company is seeking a Planner III in North Vancouver. The ideal candidate will develop key micro schedules across major projects, collaborate with multiple stakeholders, and manage daily planning issues. This full-time position offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits, including health and wellness perks, while being fully on-site.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Annual bonus

Pension plan matching

Health and wellness benefits

Free on-site gym

Parking included

Complimentary shuttle service

Qualifications

• 4-6 years’ experience working within a Planning team.
• 2-4 years’ experience in a Shipbuilding environment.
• PMP Certificate or similar would be beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of key micro schedules covering specific compartment completions.
• Manage daily issues within the micro schedules.
• Identify future projects and their implementation dates.

Skills

Microsoft Project

Project Management

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Analytical abilities

Education

Diploma or Technical certification in Trades or Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Suite

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Job Description

The Planner III is responsible for leading and supporting the development of key micro schedules and the overall detailed schedule. They will be working across multiple projects, specifically the Joint Support Ships (JSS), Offshore Oceanographic Science Vessel (OOSV), and the Polar Icebreaker. Serving as a point of contact for all end users across these areas. The role will involve working in Microsoft Project to develop schedules from inception through to go live and weekly management. Within this role the Planner III will have to liaise with a variety of stakeholders, including, but not limited to Production, Engineering, and Supply Chain Management. There will also be an involvement in supporting the Ship Completions Planning Manager to document business processes and ensure these are captured in the business Quality Management System. The role will directly report to the Ship Completions Planning Manager.

Job Description

The Planner III is responsible for leading and supporting the development of key micro schedules and the overall detailed schedule. They will be working across multiple projects, specifically the Joint Support Ships (JSS), Offshore Oceanographic Science Vessel (OOSV), and the Polar Icebreaker. Serving as a point of contact for all end users across these areas. The role will involve working in Microsoft Project to develop schedules from inception through to go live and weekly management. Within this role the Planner III will have to liaise with a variety of stakeholders, including, but not limited to Production, Engineering, and Supply Chain Management. There will also be an involvement in supporting the Ship Completions Planning Manager to document business processes and ensure these are captured in the business Quality Management System. The role will directly report to the Ship Completions Planning Manager.

Note : Due to business needs, this position is required to be fully on-site based at 50 Pemberton Avenue, North Vancouver.

What You’ll Do

• Lead the development of key micro schedules covering specific compartment completions or system installations.
• Lead the weekly management of the micro schedules including input of progress, updating of forecasts, and running of progress sessions.
• Support Testing and Turnover (T&T) Schedulers to roll up micro schedules so that they are reflected within the Integrated Management System.
• Manage daily issues that occur within the micro schedules and react as appropriate.
• Identify micro schedules for future projects that will be needed and support the Ship Completions Planning Manager to identify implementation dates.
• Leads the development of defined process documents which will be held within the Quality Management System.
• Supports key meetings related to the details of the micro schedules.

What You’ll Bring

Diploma or Technical certification in Trades or Engineering, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

4-6 years’ experience working within a Planning team.

2-4 years’ experience working within a Shipbuilding environment.

Achievement of PMP Certificate or similar would be beneficial.

Deep understanding of standard planning practices, theories, and terminology.

Demonstrated ability of setting up and managing a plan.

Good understanding and experience using Microsoft Project.

Excellent computer skills including MS Suite of tools.

Strong problem-solving skills, analytical abilities, and interpersonal skills.

Strong customer service focus.

Strong commitment to the business deadline of critical deliverables.

Demonstrated initiative, creativity, and integrity.

Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.

Strong organizational skills.

Good judgment and reasoning skills.

Ability to work with limited direction and to function as a key team member.

Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.

Why you’ll love working here

This is a full-time, permanent position. With multiple operations and long-term projects, Seaspan employees enjoy job stability as we look ahead to build ships for decades to come.

In addition to an annual bonus and pension plan matching, this role provides you a very competitive salary in line with the successful candidate’s experience.

We also provide the best-in-class health and wellness benefits package for this position, including things such as extended health care (i.e. paramedical services for massage therapy, speech therapy, mental health coverage, physiotherapy, and more), dental care, vision care, life insurance, medical leave coverage, parental leave coverage, childcare benefit partnership, $500 personal spending account, and an Employee Family Assistance Program (EFAP).

Free on-site gym.

Parking is included and to assist those that are using transit, we operate a complimentary shuttle bus Monday through Friday with various pick up and drop off points around North Vancouver.

The estimated salary for this position is $99,000 - $121,000 . In determining final salary, Seaspan considers many factors including the successful Candidate’s skillset and experience as well as position location and internal equity. The final base salary offer will be at the Company’s sole discretion and presented as part of a competitive total compensation package.

About Us

Seaspan Shipyards is one of North America’s most modern shipyards and unique in its ability to provide a complete range of services including new construction, conversion, refit, repair and life-cycle maintenance work for Canada’s Coast Guard and Navy as well as commercial vessels including cruise-ships and deep-sea vessels. Seaspan Shipyards operations include Vancouver Shipyards, Vancouver Drydock and Victoria Shipyards.

To learn more, visit our website : www.seaspan.com

This position may involve defense articles and / or technical data regulated by the U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and the U.S. Arms Export Control Act. In compliance with ITAR, the successful candidate will be subject to a security clearance through the Canadian Controlled Goods Program as regulated by the Controlled Goods Regulations and Defense Production Act. The successful candidate will be required to maintain their security clearance throughout their employment in this position.

Seaspan is committed to Employment Equity, supports diversity in the workplace, and encourages applications from all qualified individuals including, women, members of visible minorities, Indigenous persons, and persons with disabilities. If you require any accommodations at any stage of the recruitment process, please reach out to our Talent Acquisition team at [e-mail] for confidential support. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible environment.

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