Planning Manager

Role: Planning Manager

Summary:

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Ship Repair Planning Manager to join our dynamic team who will play a crucial role in expanding our client base and ensuring the successful execution of ship repair projects. If you are passionate about the maritime industry, have a technical background, and possess exceptional sales and negotiation skills, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

• Prepare estimates for work included in the specifications provided by the ship owner.
• Divide the work specified into tasks to be performed by in-house employees and tasks to be performed by subcontractors.
• Send inquiries to contractors and obtain quotations for the specified work.
• Specify materials needed for the specified work with long delivery times and obtain offers for their delivery.
• Develop a preliminary ship repair schedule.
• Prepare a resource balance for the repairs.
• Develop a schedule for the ship repairs after the client accepts the offer and include the repairs in the shipyard's general production plan.
• Prepare a detailed description of the work necessary for the repairs, divided into tasks to be performed by in-house employees and tasks to be performed by subcontractors.
• Prepare scopes of work for contractor inquiries and forward them to the cooperation department.
• Prepare material requirements for materials needed for repair works and forward them to the purchasing department.
• Prepare the ship repair budget in collaboration with the Ship Repair Project Manager based on estimates for individual tasks.
• Prepare standard labor estimates for typical repair works.
• Prepare price lists for typical works performed by subcontractors.
• Prepare quotations for additional works requested by the shipowner during ship repairs.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in ship repairs, with at least 2 years in a planning or project management role.
• In-depth knowledge of ship repair processes and procedures.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management software.
• Experience in preparing cost estimates and budgets for ship repair projects.
• Knowledge of relevant regulations and industry standards.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams and external contractors.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• expat package for non-Jamaican residents
• competitive salary
• unique chance to work in a green field
• opportunity of implementing best practises and innovative solutions
• participation in the creation of company culture, structure and processes
• international work environment

Interested candidates should send their CV via email to: hr@gsrj.com.jm or by clicking the APPLY button on our social media accounts.

Please type Planning Manager in the subject line of the email for consideration. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.