Planning Manager - #1777686

Planning Manager – Chemicals & Process Industries

Location: Near Sheffield (UK)

The Opportunity

A leading international engineering organisation within the energy and chemicals sector is seeking a Planning Manager to lead a dynamic planning team and drive scheduling excellence across a range of complex chemical and process operations. The company is actively engaged in innovative energy transition projects, including hydrogen, offering a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge developments in the industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing planning and scheduling team.
• Oversee full-cycle planning processes to ensure safe, efficient, and cost-effective execution of operations.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure planning activities align with business objectives and project requirements.
• Continuously improve planning systems, tools, and procedures to drive operational performance.
• Promote a strong culture of safety, compliance, continuous improvement, and team development.

Key Requirements

• Extensive planning experience within chemical, petrochemical, refinery, or upper-tier COMAH regulated environments.
• Strong proficiency in planning software tools such as Primavera, SAP, Maximo, or equivalent platforms.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate and influence stakeholders at all organisational levels.
• Proven leadership experience, with a track record of coaching and developing teams.

Why Apply?

• Opportunity to work with a forward-thinking organisation at the forefront of the energy transition.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• High-impact role with visibility across key strategic projects.