JOB DESCRIPTION
Planner is a front-line role which focuses on the creation of job packages and facilitating a timely delivery of materials for the production team. A key communicator of work to be flagged for the fixed week, via direct contact with the production team and participation in production/project meetings. This role would support the Ship Repair Program at ISI.
RESPONSIBILITIES

• Utilize contract documentation and drawings to understand work scope, budget, and schedule.
• Create quality job packs that provide the necessary info to facilitate an efficient execution of work.
• Ensure activity breakdown, sequence logic, and trade resource budgets for a given scope of work is accurately represented in P6 and is consistent with the schedule WBS.
• Report on issues with material stock levels which do not align with the planning schedule and communicate discrepancies/required actions to the Scheduling Team Lead, Planning team, Project Manager, and Supply Chain Lead.
• Provide trade specific support to the Planning and Production teams.
• Maintain tracking spreadsheets to assist Production and the scheduling of work.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Post-secondary degree; preferably in technical, engineering, or related discipline.
• 2-5 years of planning or trade work experience, preferably in a naval shipbuilding or repair environment.
• Trade Certificate, Red Seal is considered an asset.
• Experience using Primavera P6, MS Excel, Aveva, or AutoCAD would be considered an asset.
• Thorough knowledge of naval repair methods considered an asset.
• Lean/Six sigma White, Yellow, and Green Belts would be considered assets.
• Ability to interpret trade related drawings.

ABOUT US
Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.
We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.
Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.
We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
ABOUT THE TEAM
Irving Shipbuilding is proud to be Canada's National Shipbuilder. Our team is constructing more than 20 modern patrol ships and destroyers for the Royal Canadian Navy and Canadian Coast Guard as part of the largest defence procurement project in Canadian history.
By joining our team of more than 2,400 shipbuilders, you can enjoy a dynamic and exciting career with a company dedicated to your success, development, and safety.
At Irving Shipbuilding, we're making history - why not make it with us? Learn more about careers at Irving Shipbuilding: shipsforcanada.ca/opportunities.
We invite applications from all qualified candidates, including racially visible persons, women in underrepresented roles, persons with disabilities, Indigenous persons, and members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, and encourage applicants to self-identify.