Engineering Project Planner - Forecasting & Delivery (Shire …, Shire of Northampton

We are looking for a Project Planner to join a high-performance engineering organisation. You will be responsible for building and maintaining realistic project plans, ensuring timely delivery, effective resource forecasting, and risk management. This role plays a critical part in supporting complex engineering and manufacturing projects. What You’ll Do
- Construct and baseline project schedules with logical dependencies.
- Develop resource models to forecast demand across teams.
- Monitor and manage plans through completion, identifying improvements where possible.
- Proactively identify and communicate risks and impacts to stakeholders.
- Participate in planning meetings and provide transparent, actionable updates.
- Uphold professional standards and reporting protocols.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry-standard project planning methods and tools. What You’ll Bring
- Experience with mainstream PPM software (e.g., Microsoft PWA, Primavera P6, or similar).
- Knowledge of project management principles, supported by qualifications (Prince 2, APM PMQ) or equivalent experience.
- Skilled in Microsoft Office and reporting tools such as Power BI.
- Previous experience as a Project Planner in a precision engineering or manufacturing environment.
- Strong communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Calm, confident, and results-oriented, even under pressure.
- Flexible and collaborative approach in fast-changing environments.
- Commitment to Health & Safety standards. Compensation & Advantages

Market-competitive salary with benefits including private healthcare, pension plan, life assurance, discretionary bonus scheme, childcare support, cycle-to-work and technology/car schemes, an on-site gym with fitness classes, and subsidised restaurant facilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3r2l9r