Project Planner

Project Planner

£40,000 - £46,000 | Multisite | Automotive / Engineering

We're looking for a Project Planner to join an established automotive and engineering business, supporting the planning and delivery of new projects as well as continuous improvement across existing operations.

This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys working with data, processes and operational teams to identify improvements, develop practical solutions and help projects move from planning through to successful implementation.

The Role

As Project Planner, you'll take responsibility for the logistical planning of new projects, while also identifying opportunities to improve existing processes and operations.

You'll work closely with customers and internal Operations teams, analysing processes, identifying inefficiencies and developing robust solutions that improve performance and support cost savings.

Key Responsibilities

Plan and coordinate the logistical requirements of new projects

Identify weaknesses and improvement opportunities across shopfloor processes, layouts, areas and equipment

Develop practical solutions for customers and Operations

Create and develop shopfloor layouts

Analyse process steps and identify waste and opportunities for improvement

Use data and process analysis to support planning and decision-making

Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities

Work closely with customers and internal operational teams

Support internally led projects across relevant departments

Take projects through from initial planning to completion

Support project go-live, including flexibility to work across different shift patterns where required

About You

We're looking for a proactive and analytical Project Planner who can work independently while also building strong relationships with customers and operational teams.

You'll ideally have:

Experience in project planning, process planning, logistics, engineering, manufacturing or a similar environment

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Excellent numerical and analytical ability, with experience working with data

Strong Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skills

A proactive, can-do attitude and willingness to get involved

Excellent attention to detail and time management

The ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment

Experience leading projects from start to finish

A full UK driving licence

Desirable:

Experience with MTM (Methods Time Measurement) calculations

CAD experience

What's on Offer

£40,000 - £46,000 salary

Permanent position

Multisite working environment

Opportunity to work across project planning, process improvement and operational delivery

Close involvement with customers and internal Operations teams

A varied role within an established automotive and engineering business
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed