Master Scheduler

James Fisher and Sons plc; Westhill; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Early finish on Fridays

Private medical insurance

Company pension

Job summary

James Fisher and Sons plc in Westhill, Scotland, seeks a Master Scheduler to drive the integrated site master schedule and coordinate demand with capacity across multiple projects. The role is hybrid and permanent, requiring security checks and a proactive, analytical approach to scheduling.

You will collaborate with leadership, operations and project teams to provide visibility on workload, risks and priorities, ensuring on-time delivery and efficient production planning in a dynamic

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in master scheduling in manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of ERP-based scheduling and material planning.
• Analytical problem-solving and data interpretation skills.
• Ability to manage scheduling across multiple projects and teams.
• Experience working with international stakeholders and confidentiality requirements.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the integrated site master schedule coordinating demand with capacity.
• Govern and improve scheduling processes, tools and reporting for visibility and efficiency.
• Identify schedule risks, constraints and conflicts with mitigation plans and scenario planning.
• Approve customer Sales Orders and coordinate inputs across Sales, Production and Planning.
• Collaborate with Analysts and Systems teams to support reporting capabilities and upgrades.

Skills

Master scheduling

Production planning

ERP scheduling

Data analysis

Stakeholder management

Project management

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

About the Role

Master Scheduler
Permanent, Full-time
Westhill, Hybrid

Please note that this role requires security checks.

The Role:

We are seeking a Master Scheduler to play a pivotal role in driving efficient production planning and ensuring on time delivery across multiple projects.

In this role, you will develop and maintain the site master schedule, coordinating customer demand with operational capabilities to ensure work is effectively planned and sequenced. Working closely with leadership, operations, and project teams, you will provide clear visibility of workload, delivery risks, and scheduling priorities, enabling informed decision-making and proactive resource management.

The successful candidate will ensure key milestones, capacity constraints, and customer commitments are accurately reflected within the schedule, helping to optimise site performance and support the successful delivery of projects. This is a fantastic opportunity for a proactive and analytical professional to make a real impact in a dynamic and fast paced environment.

What you’ll be doing:

• Develop and maintain the integrated site master schedule, ensuring all customer demand is accurately planned and prioritised.
• Establish, govern and continuously improve scheduling processes, tools and reporting to enhance visibility, accuracy and efficiency.
• Identify schedule risks, constraints and conflicts, working with operational teams to develop mitigation plans and support informed decision-making through schedule analysis and scenario planning.
• Approve customer Sales Orders, validating ERP requirements and coordinating inputs across Sales, Production and Planning teams.
• Collaborate with Business Analysts and Business Systems teams to develop reporting capabilities and support system upgrades and improvements.

What we’re looking for:

• Demonstrated experience in master scheduling, production planning and ERP-based scheduling within a complex manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of ERP systems, material planning processes and engineering to order operations.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and make informed decisions.
• Solid knowledge of project management principles, commercial considerations and delivery challenges within customer focused projects.
• Passion for continuous improvement, driving efficiencies and developing best-practice ways of working.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build relationships and influence across all levels and international teams.
• Experience working on commercially sensitive projects, with an understanding of associated security and confidentiality requirements.

Why join us?

• Early finish on Fridays
• Competitive salary and benefits package aligned with experience (Private Medical Insurance, Life Assurance, Cycle to work scheme, Company Pension, etc.)
• Clear pathways for career development and organisational visibility
• Inclusive and supportive culture that values individual contributions
• Meaningful work with impact across safety, innovation, and global operations

About Us:

James Fisher is a global engineering services company operating across Energy, Defence, and Maritime Transport. With a strong heritage in maritime operations, we now deliver innovative solutions in challenging environments. Our One James Fisher strategy is focused on building a unified, sustainable business within the Blue Economy, driving progress through technology, expertise, and collaboration.

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At James Fisher and Sons, we are committed to taking positive action on diversity and strongly encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and recognise that our success is driven by the talent and diversity of our workforce.