Planner at GE Nigeria

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We are recruiting to fill the position of:

Job Title: Planner

Location: Onne
Job Number: 2008310

Role Summary/Purpose

• The Planner is responsible for the optimal utilization of Onne workshop resources.In this role he/she will act as the "right hand" of the Facility and operations Manager preparing contract schedules according to customers' requirements and developing planning & scheduling tools, processes and reports to maximize critical path visibility to the execution team.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Work closely with the Customer planners, who deliver and maintain a high level Workshop Activity Plan
• Work closely with Shop Supervisor and contract owners to optimize shop floor utilization
• Interface with other various functions/Supervisors within the business to create workshop schedules on Sub-Activity levels
• Relate with the Customer Project Services during yearly Customer Business Plan exercise to forecast Onne workshop and offshore resources requirements
• Report on progress of execution and latest estimated finish dates for major work orders to Customer's Base Coordinator, Planners and Activity Owners
• Responsible for quality of delivery, schedule, and planning

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Technology, or Quantity Surveying
• At least 4 years of project management experience in the Oil & Gas industry
• Subsea experience is essential for this role
• A strong technical and analytical skills
• Excellent communication skills including ability to communicate effectively with management, project team members, Client, sub-contractors and all stakeholders
• Proficiency with planning tools Primavera P6 ,MS Project and database tools (MS Access, Excel)
• A valid NYSC discharge or exemption certificate will be required.
• Must have valid authorization to work full-time without any restriction in Nigeria

Additional Eligibility Qualifications
Desired Characteristics:

• Ability to interface with difficult customers, customizing planning activities according to specific needs and requirements
• Experienced in integrated planning - resourcing to delivery
• Ability to prioritize activities and respect deadlines
• Six Sigma training is preferred (GE employees only)
• Additional and proven Project Management experience
• Sound business and financial acumen
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills

Application Closing Date
Not Stated.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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