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Proactivelycoordinate resources, managedependencies, and utilise business systems and processes to ensure all requirements are prepared, scheduled, and delivered efficiently and on time.\nCore duties:\nDevelop task breakdown structures and schedules based on customer requirements, production processes, and work dependencies.\nIdentify required materials, subcontractors, and services, reviewing supplier quotations to ensure accurate scope and cost coverage.\nEstimate labour hours and resource requirements using production standards, parametric methods, and technical expertise.\nConduct pre-production planning checks, manageworkflow progression through planning boards, and resolve planning issues impacting delivery.\nMaintain and improve planning data, cost estimates, and standard job libraries by creating and updating task lists and parts information.\nEssential Skills:\nStrongknowledge of ship repair production processes, methods, safety practices, and product safety assurance.\nAbility to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications, and customer requirements, resolving technical issues when required.\nProficiency in Microsoft Excel, Access, and ERP systems for planning and production management.\nEffective teamwork skills, with the ability to support colleagues, monitor progress, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.\nIn-depth understanding of production planning, resource estimation, and operational delivery within a ship repair environment.\nThe Production Planning Team:\nThe Production Planning team convert customer requirements into production ready tasks, suitable for integration into a deliverable project schedule and carryout work enablement to ensure all pre-work checks are completed and everything is available for production. This will involve using technical knowledge to determinethe hours, materials and services required for each task and coordinating the preparation of these in time for delivery, using business systems and processes in a proactiveway.\nAs the world has evolved, so has the way we work. Our working approach, will enable you to have flexibility with your working hours, depending on your role and location. This could include accruing hours as well as flexibility around start and finish times, ensuring you can balance life at work, on site and life at home.\nWhy BAE Systems?\nHere you’ll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidenceand be empowered to be your best. You’ll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what’s most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. 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