Main Purpose: To obtain skills, knowledge and ability through the Planner Competency Process to eventually develop into a competent Planner. Key Performance Areas: Develop a network diagram to determine the logical sequences of events and to calculate the Critical Path of a project. Develop standard detail project plan which includes network diagram with critical path, schedule and labour histogram: Compile work packages for project scope including method statements and risk assessments, bill of materials, bill of equipment. Monitor changes to critical path and identify deviation. Advise management on potential deviations with regards to scheduled activities and resources. Maintain plan according to project requirements. Identify opportunities to improve future planning of projects. Facilitate review meetings in accordance with Planning standards. Establish and maintain visual factory in accordance with Planning standards. Act as planner in the absence of the Project Planner. Monitor progress during execution by liaising with all interested parties to obtain accurate information/status. Analyse, record and communicate deviations during execution. Any other job related duties as required from time to time. Competencies: Writes fluently when documenting facts; understands arguments logically; focuses on finding facts. Analyses and processes information; asks probing questions; strives to find solutions to problems. Conforms and adheres to rules; closely follows instructions and procedures; minimises risks by sticking to processes. Interprets data rationally by quantifying issues; applies technology as a means to evaluating data; evaluates information objectively. Works participatively with others; is democratic and encourages team contributions; collaboratively involves others in decision-making. Is lively and projects enthusiasm; is talkative in making contact; is focused on interacting and networking with people. Behaves ethically and justly; is discreet and maintains confidentiality; meets commitments by acting with integrity. Is target focused and meets deadlines; is punctual and keeps to schedule; is reliable in finishing tasks. Preferred Requirements: Grade 12/N3 with math and science on higher grade. National Technical Diploma. Project management qualification would be advantageous. Qualified artisan would be advantageous. 3 Years experience in a project execution and/or planning environment in the Engineering /Construction Industry. Basic understanding of project planning processes (work breakdown structures, Gantt charts, project scheduling, project controls, etc.). Knowledge of work - and planning standards. Knowledge of boiler maintenance, construction and engineering would be advantageous. Ability to draw up a network diagram which is reflective of the actual execution of work packages. Possess the necessary expertise in navigating project planning software. Computer literate (MS Office and current planning software packages).
