Production Planning Assistant — Shipyard On‑Site

Seaspan Marine Transportation; North Vancouver; On-site; CAD 73,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading shipyard company in North Vancouver is seeking a Planner I (Production Support) to assist in scheduling and coordinating activities within ship construction operations. This entry-level role requires strong planning skills and the ability to work collaboratively with production teams. Candidates should ideally have a relevant post-secondary education and be able to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits are offered, along with an on-site gym and transit support.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Health and wellness benefits

Free on-site gym

Parking included

Complimentary shuttle bus

Qualifications

• Up to 2 years planning/scheduling experience in a large manufacturing or heavy industry environment.
• Basic understanding of planning and scheduling systems like MRP.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Schedule work packages or yard service activities.
• Coordinate with Area Managers and Trade Supervisors.
• Track physical progress and report status.

Skills

Planning/scheduling experience

Organizational skills

Effective communication

Attention to detail

Education

Post-secondary education in engineering technology or marine programs

Tools

Microsoft Project

CAD tools

Job description

A leading shipyard company in North Vancouver is seeking a Planner I (Production Support) to assist in scheduling and coordinating activities within ship construction operations. This entry-level role requires strong planning skills and the ability to work collaboratively with production teams. Candidates should ideally have a relevant post-secondary education and be able to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits are offered, along with an on-site gym and transit support.