Planner
- Levis, QC, Canada
Full-time
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Job Description
As a Planner, you will work on naval repair projects. Working in collaboration with multiple functions, you will be responsible for developing a detailed production plan that aligns resources, materials, and production sequencing.
Your role is to translate technical requirements into clear, actionable instructions while maintaining compliance, safety, and operational effectiveness.
More Specifically, You Will
Founded in 1825, Davie is Canada’s largest shipyard. We build and repair specialized, essential vessels for government and commercial clients.
Working at Davie means embracing vast possibilities every day and taking part in an adventure where every project leads to something monumental. It’s about tackling big challenges with creativity, determination, and passion.
There’s a real sense of pride in being part of the Davie team. It’s not just about delivering major projects - it’s about innovation and pushing boundaries to accomplish something truly remarkable.
At Davie, we forge the monumental!
As a Planner, you will work on naval repair projects. Working in collaboration with multiple functions, you will be responsible for developing a detailed production plan that aligns resources, materials, and production sequencing.
Your role is to translate technical requirements into clear, actionable instructions while maintaining compliance, safety, and operational effectiveness.
More Specifically, You Will
- Develop comprehensive planning guidelines that cover the full scope of work and provide all necessary details for safe and efficient execution.
- Convert technical requirements into detailed procedures in accordance with established standards for internal teams and subcontractors.
- Define work order requirements, including quality control measures, HSE risks, tools, equipment, materials, resources, and time allocations.
- Collaborate with scheduling to build a detailed plan based on available production capacity.
- Schedule work order releases by date and quantity to maintain adherence to the production schedule.
- Establish and maintain earned value measurement (EVM) rules for tracking production progress.
- Monitor labour hours and material usage against estimated costs, analyze variances, and adjust standard hours as needed.
- Track work orders (real-time hours, material usage, production feedback, etc.) for continuous improvement.
- Respond to production requests and resolve issues related to execution, materials, equipment, or procedures within defined timelines to implement required corrections.
- Minimum of six (6) years of experience in a similar role OR relevant education combined with two (2) years of related experience.
- Experience using ERP or scheduling software.
- Ability to communicate effectively across departments in a multidisciplinary environment.
- Previous experience (and curiosity to learn more) to processes and techniques in areas such as welding, industrial painting, electrical work, piping, or high-pressure/high-temperature systems.
- Advanced knowledge of Excel and proficiency with standard software tools (Microsoft Word, PowerPoint).
- Familiarity with data visualization tools (Power BI) is an asset.
- Successfully complete the investigation and security clearance process required by the federal government’s Contract Security Program.
Founded in 1825, Davie is Canada’s largest shipyard. We build and repair specialized, essential vessels for government and commercial clients.
Working at Davie means embracing vast possibilities every day and taking part in an adventure where every project leads to something monumental. It’s about tackling big challenges with creativity, determination, and passion.
There’s a real sense of pride in being part of the Davie team. It’s not just about delivering major projects - it’s about innovation and pushing boundaries to accomplish something truly remarkable.
At Davie, we forge the monumental!
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Responsibilities
Develop detailed production plans and work instructions for naval repair projects, coordinating resources, materials, sequencing, safety, and quality requirements. Track work order progress, labour and material usage, and earned value; resolve execution issues and adjust plans to support continuous improvement.
Requirements
Requires at least six years of similar experience, or relevant education combined with two years of related experience, plus experience with ERP or scheduling software. Candidates should communicate effectively across departments, have familiarity with industrial processes such as welding or piping, and demonstrate advanced Excel skills; Power BI familiarity is an asset, and federal security clearance is required.
Skills
- Production Planning
- Work Order Planning
- Production Scheduling
- Resource Allocation
- Materials Planning
- Technical Procedure Development
- Quality Control
- Health, Safety, And Environment (HSE)
- Earned Value Management (EVM)
- Cost And Variance Analysis
- ERP Software
- Scheduling Software
- Advanced Excel
- Power BI
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Naval Repair
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Categories
- Manufacturing
- Engineering
- Logistics
- Security & Safety
Keywords
- Naval Repair
- Shipbuilding
- Production Planning
- Production Scheduling
- Work Orders
- Resource Allocation
- Materials Planning
- Production Capacity
- Earned Value Management (EVM)
- Labour Hours
- Material Usage
- Cost Variance Analysis
- ERP
- Scheduling Software
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Power BI
- Quality Control
- Health, Safety, And Environment (HSE)
- Welding
- Industrial Painting
- Electrical Work
- Piping
- High-Pressure Systems
- High-Temperature Systems
- Contract Security Program
- Subcontractors
- Continuous Improvement