Scheduler

Navantia UK is a new force in British industry, supporting the UK’s defence, energy and maritime ambitions. We’re doing this by creating state-of-the-art sovereign defence capabilities, investing in the UK to modernise industrial facilities, and bolstering the nation's energy security. Established in 2022, Navantia UK is a subsidiary of Navantia SA, a Spanish state-owned company with over 300 years of naval shipbuilding history. In January 2025, Navantia UK completed the acquisition of Harland & Wolff and its four historic facilities in Belfast, Appledore, Methil, and Arnish. By combining Harland & Wolff’s proud heritage and facilities with Navantia’s global expertise, Navantia UK is well-positioned to strengthen Britain’s defence, maritime and energy industrial capabilities, supporting jobs and economic growth across the UK.

Job DescriptionJob Purpose

Support the Planning function by maintaining and updating programme schedules, integrating inputs from multiple work centres into the Contract Master Schedule (CMS) in Primavera P6, and preparing concise planning reports for internal and external stakeholders. This role is ideal for someone eager to learn, with a proactive and positive attitude, who is ready to develop new skills and contribute to a collaborative team environment.

Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities

• Schedule updating & Integration: Learn to maintain activity data, calendars and coding in Primavera P6 and Safran; assist with integrating work-centre schedules into the CMS under supervision.
• Baseline support: Support baseline set up and controlled change (BCR preparation, revision logs) with guidance, ensuring traceability.
• Progress & Reporting: Help prepare weekly snapshots and monthly KPI packs (critical path movement, milestone adherence) using agreed templates; support governance forums with clear narratives.
• Risk & Readiness: Assist with Schedule Risk Analysis (SRA), Monte Carlo runs, and IBR preparation (data packs, action tracking).
• Interfaces and Data Quality: Contribute to maintaining consistency between P6, Safran schedules and SAP data; support continuous improvement of coding standards and templates.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Primavera (P6): Any exposure is a plus, but not mandatory - training will be provided.
• Risk Analysis: Interest in learning about SRA, Monte Carlo simulations, and related methodologies.
• SAP: Willingness to learn SAP for project control/reporting.
• MS Project/Safran: Any familiarity is a bonus but not required.

QualificationsEducation and Experience

• Degree (or equivalent) in Engineering, Project Management or a related field; or relevant practical experience.
• 0-3 years of experience in scheduling/planning within complex programmes (defence/naval preferred but not mandatory).
• Most importantly: a positive, proactive attitude and a desire to grow within the role

Additional InformationEqual Opportunity: We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. To ensure equal opportunities for all candidates, we commit to a fair and unbiased recruitment process at every stage. This includes ensuring hiring managers are aware of legislation, providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities, and actively seeking to eliminate any form of discrimination based on race, gender, age, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. Our goal is to create a recruitment environment where every candidate feels valued and has an equal chance to succeed.

• Competitive base salary
• Company pension
• 33 days holiday

We are an Opening Doors employer, committed to equal opportunity and an inclusive workplace. Our approach, shaped by our values of service, trust, excellence, agility, dedication, and you, we focus on removing barriers and recognising potential. We are committed to fairness at every stage, including providing reasonable adjustments and actively working to eliminate discrimination.

We believe talent is everywhere, and by widening access to opportunity and welcoming diverse experiences, we aim to create a workplace where every person feels valued and has an equal chance.

If you experience difficulties or are unable to apply for a role on-line please contact us at people.skills@harland-wolff.com and one of the team will be in contact to help you.