Workshop Planner

Working from the product Bill of Material, generating production orders into SAP B1 system.
Communicate with engineering; ensure the BOM and production orders are in line.
Develop production schedules for the workshop with 3 weeks forecast plan.
Ensure implementation of the production schedule.
Coordinate the activities of manufacturing taking into account the different steps of production (warehouse /make / machine / assembly).
Ensure the production is launched in respect of the production plan.
Ensuring customer satisfaction with the lead time of deliveries.
Analysis and workload planning of SPARE PARTS AND REPAIRS
Establishment of a detailed list of activities and deliverables, work sequences, durations and identification of critical activities.
Measure and report the progress of all activities and deliverables.
Monitor and report cost earned vs cost spent for each activity and deliverable.
Conduct gap analysis exercises, planning revisions and preparation of information for weekly / monthly progress
Actively anticipate and resolve any potential or observed delays:
Report on impact of delays, not only for the direct concerned job, but also for indirect impacted jobs.
Following up with internal departments or suppliers/sub-contractors for work related to the timely execution of the repairs work in the workshop.
Forecasting the production hours
Participating to tendering pricing, as required.
Contribute appropriately to daily follow up. Contribute to weekly Kpi’s monitoring.
Liaise with the workshop floor, ensure the correct application of the schedule.
Ensure all HSEQ Management System requirements are adhered to in line with HSEQ-FOR-05.01 Matrix of Roles and Responsibilities.
Comply with the OHS Act (83 of 1995) / employee section
Requirements:
Recognised Project Management Qualification
MS Projects / Primivera or similar to allow for accurate planning / scheduling
Previous experience in a similar role is essential
Knowledge of manufacturing environment beneficial