Strategic Planner & Scheduler

Execustaff Recruiting Services; Rustenburg; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Execustaff Recruiting Services seeks a proactive Project Scheduler to develop and maintain schedules, coordinating across production, procurement, engineering and projects to ensure on-time delivery. You will monitor progress, track resources and report risks to management.

The role requires excellent planning, attention to detail, and strong communication skills to liaise with supervisors and stakeholders. A fast-paced environment demands accuracy and timely updates.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to plan, schedule and monitor project activities.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in reporting.
• Ability to coordinate across multiple departments and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain and monitor project/workshop schedules
• Coordinate activities across production, procurement, engineering, projects and other departments
• Monitor progress against planned schedules and identify delays or potential risks
• Track manpower, materials, equipment and other resources required to meet deadlines
• Update schedules and provide accurate progress reports to management
• Identify schedule deviations and assist with recovery plans
• Monitor project milestones, deliverables and critical deadlines
• Attend planning and progress meetings
• Maintain accurate planning records and documentation
• Liaise with supervisors, project managers and relevant stakeholders to ensure activities remain on schedule

Skills

Strong planning and organisational

Attention to detail

Analyse information to identify delays

Work under pressure

Communication and coordination

Managing multiple projects

Timely delivery focus

Tools

Microsoft Excel

MS Projects

Job description

Execustaff Recruiting Services seeks a proactive Project Scheduler to develop and maintain schedules, coordinating across production, procurement, engineering and projects to ensure on-time delivery. You will monitor progress, track resources and report risks to management.

The role requires excellent planning, attention to detail, and strong communication skills to liaise with supervisors and stakeholders. A fast-paced environment demands accuracy and timely updates.