Master Scheduler

Matchtech; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering and manufacturing firm is seeking an experienced Master Scheduler to join their team in Wimborne. This contract role involves overseeing scheduling activities, developing a centralised system, and engaging with stakeholders. The ideal candidate has a strong background in scheduling within engineering and is eligible for SC clearance. Competitive contract terms and a balanced work-life structure are offered.

Benefits

Competitive contract terms

Opportunity to shape processes

Collaborative work environment

Work-life balance

Contributions to key projects

Qualifications

• Proven experience in scheduling and planning within engineering or similar environments.
• Strong organisational skills to centralise and streamline resource planning.
• Eligible for SC clearance, ideally UK nationals, with the ability to start on BPSS.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing all scheduling activities across projects and customer orders.
• Developing and implementing a comprehensive centralised scheduling system.
• Collaborating with PMO and engineering managers for coordinated planning.

Skills

Experience in scheduling and planning

Organisational skills

Project management tools (MS Enterprise)

Excellent communication

Stakeholder management

Proactive teamwork

Tools

MS Enterprise

Job description

Overview

Our client, a distinguished player in the Defence & Security and Aerospace sectors, is currently seeking a dedicated and experienced Master Scheduler to join their team on a contract basis in Wimborne. This role involves working on-site for 3-5 days per week and requires eligibility for SC clearance, although candidates can start on BPSS.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing all scheduling activities across projects, customer orders, and resource planning
• Developing and implementing a comprehensive centralised scheduling system
• Working closely with the PMO, engineering managers, senior leadership team, and heads of functions to ensure coordinated planning
• Assessing and managing resource capacity to meet project demands
• Implementing and providing guidance on the use of planning tools such as MS Enterprise
• Collaborating on internal projects, IT updates, transformation projects, and continuous improvements
• Engaging with various stakeholders to align resource allocation with business objectives
• Providing strategic advice and hands-on support to enhance scheduling processes

Job Requirements

• Proven experience in scheduling and planning within engineering or similar environments
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to centralise and streamline resource planning
• Experience with project management tools, preferably MS Enterprise
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, demonstrating a proactive and hands-on approach
• Eligible for SC clearance, ideally UK nationals, with the ability to start on BPSS

Benefits

• Competitive contract terms
• Opportunity to shape the scheduling processes from the ground up
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment
• On-site work in Wimborne for a balanced work-life structure
• Contribution to key projects in the Defence & Security and Aerospace sectors

If you are an accomplished Master Scheduler ready to take on a challenging and pivotal role in a leading engineering and manufacturing company, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's innovative team in Wimborne.