Planning Manager

<b>Job Title: </b>Planning Manager<br><b>Location: </b>Beaumont, TX<br><b>Job Type: </b>Permanent/ Full-Time<br><b>Category:</b> Planning/ Scheduler, Planner Scheduler, Project Controls<br><b>Reports to: </b>Maintenance & Reliability Manager <b> </b><br> <br>NES Fircroft is a leading global technical recruitment company providing professional contract and permanent staff to a diverse world-wide client base within the energy industry. Our client, a leading petrochemical manufacturer, has a permanent opportunity for a Planning Manager to be based in Beaumont, TX.<br><br><b>JOB SUMMARY</b><br><br>This position reports directly to and is accountable to the Maintenance and Reliability Manager. The Planning Manager will direct and manage the Planning Group comprised of 7 directs. This position will set the direction and objectives of the Planning Team and have responsibility for managing the efforts of and developing the team members. The position will lead development and maintenance of Maximo and other data systems to insure optimal utilization and effective work execution.<br>responsibilities<ul><li>Responsible for development, implementation, and execution of maintenance work management system (WMS) process in conjunction with Maintenance Manager.</li><li>Develop, implement, track, trend, and communicate best in class maintenance work management KPIs</li><li>Manage a team of planners and schedulers.</li><li>Ensure that maintenance planning and scheduling process for routine preventive maintenance, predictive condition-based maintenance and scheduled turnaround events exceeds customer and stakeholder expectations.</li><li>Oversee and survey preventive maintenance program execution to insure PM effectiveness.</li><li>Ensure that maintenance planning and scheduling process is optimized and least disruptive/intrusive to operations.</li><li>Responsible for mentoring, coaching, and developing the skills and performance of the Planning team, including development plans and performance reviews.</li><li>Responsible for Planning Group budget development, justification, and execution of on time on target on budget performance.</li><li>Responsible for goal setting aligned with peer and plant objectives.</li><li>Working with TAR Manager support a plan with maximum safety, minimal downtime, and cost control.</li><li>Present a professional image at all times to clients and vendors and maintain a positive reputation of the company.</li><li>Follow all relevant company policies and procedures.</li><li>Assists other Departments and other administrative personnel as necessary.</li></ul><b>REQUIREMENTS</b><br><ul><li>Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or other technical discipline preferred.</li><li>Minimum fifteen (15) years' experience in a process plant environment, ten (10) of which must be leading a planning and scheduling team.</li><li>Experience with Primavera P6 software is required.</li><li>Experience creating and managing plans and schedules for operational site, chemical manufacturer, or refinery.</li></ul> <br>This is an excellent opportunity to join a leading petrochemical manufacturer who is driving forward innovative solutions. The successful applicant will receive a competitive annual compensation package, annual bonus, matching 401K, company paid medical benefits, life insurance, PTO, holidays, flex work schedule, and more.<br /><br />With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil &amp; Gas, Power &amp; Renewables, Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining, Automotive and Chemicals sectors worldwide.With more than 100 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.