Planner

A great opportunity has arisen for a Planner within our Programmes Department. These roles don’t come vacant often and they are a sizeable step in to the world of Leonardo Helicopters.The scope of this role is to design and maintain the project schedule in accordance planning and control processes and contract requirements, ensuring the integrity of the planning outputs throughout the project life cycle through direct liaison with all key stakeholders. Prepare required reports to support schedule and cost control, identifying issues and potential solutions with key stakeholders/ Integrated Project Team (IPT) Lead to establish corrective actions.This role is a level 4 on our Salary & Career Progression Framework with a starting salary of £35,000.WHAT YOU WILL DO AS A PLANNERDevelop and implement the programme/project schedule in accordance with the contracted scope, delivery dates, Responsibility Assignment Matrix and financial baselineCoordinate, control and integrate the interfaces creating logical links, maintaining updates and applying earned value techniques where applicableMaintain and control the programme or project schedule baseline (dates and budgets) to reflect any contracted amendments. Managing the approval and communication of these changes in accordance with Leonardo proceduresDirect the timely processing of schedule updates by engaging with cost centre managers to manage tasks. Monitoring the accuracy of project schedules and version control changesMonitor SAP work packages and planning packages to ensure all have accurate baselines, up to date forecast dates for start and finish of the task and that the budgets and Estimate At Completes (EAC) are correctTrack, analyse and produce reports to confirm the programme or project cost and schedule performance, coordinating variance analysis and driving corrective actions (including resource analysis)Work to develop and continuously improve the planning and reporting processes within the business to ensure best practiceAttend monthly meetings for associated projects to ensure understanding of overall programme and developmentWHAT WE ARE LOOKING FORGood written and verbal communication skillsAbility to work effectively within a team setting and also to provide leadership when requiredEffective and persuasive in building a network of contacts, creating strong relationshipsProficient in the use of SAP and Microsoft Project (as core planning tool) and other common Microsoft packagesExcellent analytical and planning skills with good attention to detailAbility to learn quickly and work under pressure in a fast-paced environmentAbility to maintain a clear focus on goals and prioritiesExcellent organisational and time management skillsExperienced in the planning and scheduling of complex tasks within an aerospace or similar industrial environmentIt would be a bonus to have good knowledge of company products and organisationIf you don’t have all the above, please read on; the hiring manager for this role is committed to training and developing you some of the areas such as SAP and Microsoft project.Life at LeonardoWith a company funded benefits package, a commitment to learning and development, and a flexible approach to working hours focused on the needs of both our employees and customers, a career with Leonardo has never offered as many opportunities or been more accessible to as many people.Pension: Award winning pension scheme (up to 10% employer contribution)Holidays: 25 days plus bank holidays, option to buy/sell leave and to accrue up to 12 additional flexi leave days per yearFlexible Working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options.Wellbeing: Employee Assistance Programme, access to Mental Health support, Financial wellbeing support, network groupsLifestyle: Discounted Gym membership, Cycle to work schemeCompany funded flexible benefits: Access to private healthcare, dental schemes, Workplace ISA, Go Green Car Scheme, technology and lifestyle options (£500 annual allowance)Training: Free access to more than 4000 online courses via CourseraReferral Incentive: You can earn a reward for successfully referring a friend or family memberFor a full list of our Company benefits please visit our websitePROGRESSIONLeonardo is a global high-tech company and one of the key players in Aerospace, Defence and Security. Headquartered in Italy, Leonardo has over 45,000 employees, of which 7,000 are based in the UK.This is a unique opportunity to bring your talents and form an integral part of Leonardo’s future. As already mentioned we can help you develop your skills and offer great chance to develop and grow. So if you feel like you are a good fit for this role and you are keen to develop then why not join us.International, multicultural, innovative, technological: this is Leonardo. The company’s passionate and talented team is strongly influenced by STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) expertise, with a diverse range of experience that enables colleagues to share knowledge and know-how across the generations.Leonardo always wants to expand its talent pool, here you can find the right opportunity for you!
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