Planning Coordinator

Matchtech; Fawley; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Planning Coordinator in Fawley to develop and manage metal trade work scopes. The role requires technical work experience in the oil & gas sector and familiarity with refinery operations. Responsibilities include planning and optimizing maintenance activities in SAP to ensure safety and efficiency. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential. This position is inside IR35, with PAYE rates advertised.

Qualifications

• Technical work experience ideally within the oil & gas sector.
• Knowledge of refinery equipment & operations.
• Confident in the use of computer programmes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage work scopes in SAP for maintenance plans.
• Plan jobs ranging from simple tasks to complex projects.
• Optimize plans to minimize downtime and maximize safety.

Skills

Planning and scheduling

Strong communication

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Education

NVQ or HNC in engineering subject

Tools

SAP

Word

Excel

Job description

Overview

Our client is looking for a Planning Coordinator to develop and manage metal trade work scopes. You will work closely with the technical centre to scope, plan, and schedule metals group activities across multiple business units. You will play a key part in ensuring safe, efficient, and cost-effective operations in a fast-paced, safety-critical environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage work scopes in SAP for annual maintenance plans, repairs, and functional failures.
• Plan jobs ranging from simple tasks to complex, multi-vendor projects.
• Optimize plans to minimize downtime and maximize safety and efficiency.
• Source and manage materials, vendors, and contract services.
• Ensure compliance with safety, reliability, and planning standards.
• Monitor performance, costs, and drive continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Technical work experience ideally within the oil & gas sector with craft qualification i.e. NVQ or HNC in engineering subject e.g. Pipefitter, Boilermaker, Plater / Fabricator, Sheet Metal Workers, Welder.
• Knowledge of refinery equipment & operations, e.g. pipework, valves, flanges, fittings, heat exchangers, pressure vessels, furnaces, pumps, compressors.
• Strong planning and SAP experience.
• Confident in the use of computer programmes e.g. Word & Excel.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

This role is Inside IR35, and the rates advertised are PAYE.