Hybrid Project Planning Lead – Defence Submarine Support

Babcock International; West Devon; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous holiday allowance

Contributory Pension

Digital GP and health checks

Professional fees covered

Reservists paid leave

Job summary

Babcock International in Plymouth or Helensburgh, with hybrid working, seeks a Project Planning Lead to forecast equipment demand and coordinate planning across engineering, procurement and the supply chain for submarine maintenance and refit programmes.

You will help raise programme performance, maximise submarine availability and support delivery through collaboration with planning, operations and stake-holders; a sole UK national able to achieve SC clearance is required.

Qualifications

• HNC/HND or equivalent in engineering or related discipline.
• Proven experience in project planning or programme delivery in a complex environment.
• Understanding of submarine or surface ship operations and maintenance.
• Experience leading geographically dispersed teams and strong stakeholder management.
• Excellent communication and reporting skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and coordination of support equipment for submarine maintenance and refit programmes.
• Develop demand schedules showing equipment availability, requirements and risks.
• Coordinate procurement, refurbishment and supply chain activities.
• Engage with planning, engineering, operational and programme stakeholders.
• Produce reports and schedules to support decision-making.

Skills

Project planning

Stakeholder management

Reporting & presentation

Leadership of dispersed teams

Communication

Education

HNC/HND in Engineering

Job description

Babcock International in Plymouth or Helensburgh, with hybrid working, seeks a Project Planning Lead to forecast equipment demand and coordinate planning across engineering, procurement and the supply chain for submarine maintenance and refit programmes.

You will help raise programme performance, maximise submarine availability and support delivery through collaboration with planning, operations and stake-holders; a sole UK national able to achieve SC clearance is required.