Planning Engineer

About the Role:

We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Planning Engineer with relevant experience of Primavera, budgeting & cost control. This position is ideal for a seasoned Mechanical Engineer with proven expertise in turnaround planning, project execution, stakeholder engagement, and leadership.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop detailed shutdown and turnaround schedules using Primavera P6
• Prepare Level 3 & Level 4 schedules for mechanical works
• Define activity sequences, durations, and logic based on shutdown strategy
• Integrate mechanical scope with other disciplines (E&I, Civil, QA/QC, HSE)

Shutdown & Turnaround Execution

• Support shutdown preparation, execution, and post-shutdown close-out
• Coordinate with site teams, construction, maintenance, and operations
• Track daily progress and update schedules accordingly
• Identify schedule risks, delays, and propose recovery plans

Progress Monitoring & Reporting

• Monitor manpower, productivity, and equipment utilization
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly progress reports
• Perform schedule variance analysis and critical path tracking
• Support look-ahead planning and work front availability

Coordination & Interface Management

• Liaise with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, QA/QC, and HSE teams
• Participate in planning meetings, shutdown readiness reviews, and daily coordination meetings
• Support planning inputs for method statements and execution strategies

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Relevant fields.
• Experience: 5+ years of relevant experience in planning, SAP PS, Budgeting & Cost Control.

Key Skills & Competencies:

• Turnaround Planning & Shutdown Management
• Project Planning, Scheduling & Control (Level IV Planning)
• Cost Control, Budgeting & Financial Management
• Risk Identification, Assessment & Mitigation
• Monitoring, Reporting & Progress Tracking
• Compliance with HSE, Quality & Company Systems