Defence Planning Engineer – P6 Scheduling, Onsite

Babcock Mission Critical Services España SA.; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering company is seeking a Planning Engineer based in Plymouth to support critical national defense projects. The successful candidate will develop project schedules and ensure milestones are met using tools such as Primavera P6. Essential qualifications include experience in engineering, strong planning skills, and a minimum of 5 GCSEs, including Maths and English. This full-time position offers great development opportunities and a competitive benefits package.

Benefits

Matched contribution pension scheme

Access to a Digital GP

Employee share scheme

Holiday Trading benefits

Paid leave for volunteering

Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Experience in an engineering environment.
• Analytical mindset with excellent attention to detail.
• Knowledge of Primavera P6 is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide critical project planning and scheduling expertise.
• Create baselined project schedules using Primavera P6.
• Facilitate progress meetings and recommend corrective actions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Strong planning and programme management skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Problem-solving ability

Education

Minimum of 5 GCSEs (A–C / 4–9), including Maths and English

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Office

Job description

A global engineering company is seeking a Planning Engineer based in Plymouth to support critical national defense projects. The successful candidate will develop project schedules and ensure milestones are met using tools such as Primavera P6. Essential qualifications include experience in engineering, strong planning skills, and a minimum of 5 GCSEs, including Maths and English. This full-time position offers great development opportunities and a competitive benefits package.