Role Description The Planning Engineer is a part-time, hybrid role based in Abu Dhabi, with a mix of on-site work and approved work-from-home arrangements. This role focuses on developing and maintaining project plans and schedules for mining-related contracting activities, ensuring alignment with safety standards, resource availability, and operational objectives. Day-to-day responsibilities include analyzing project data, coordinating with project control teams, and supporting production planning to optimize timelines, workloads, and cost efficiency. The Planning Engineer will prepare reports, update progress metrics, and communicate plan changes to stakeholders, including operations, safety, and management teams. The role also involves contributing to continuous improvement initiatives, identifying risks, and proposing corrective actions to support safer and more effective project execution.

Qualifications

Candidates should possess strong Planning and Production Planning skills to develop, monitor, and adjust project schedules and resource plans.
Candidates should possess solid Analytical Skills and Project Control capabilities to interpret data, track progress, and support decision-making on cost, time, and performance.
Candidates should possess effective Communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams, present planning updates, and document project changes clearly.
Relevant experience in engineering planning within mining, construction, or industrial projects is highly beneficial.
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Project Management, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
Proficiency with planning and scheduling software (e.g., MS Project, Primavera, or similar tools) and standard office applications.
Demonstrated ability to work in a hybrid environment, manage time independently, and adapt to changing project requirements.
Knowledge of occupational health, safety, and environmental standards in industrial or mining settings is an asset.

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