Senior Planning Engineer

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Senior Planning Engineer to join a leading global energy company on a long-term project based in Rotterdam, Netherlands.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced planning professional with a strong Oil & Gas background, ideally with shutdown and offshore experience. You will be responsible for developing and maintaining project schedules, monitoring progress and working closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure projects are delivered safely and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain and optimise detailed project schedules using Primavera P6 or MS Project.
• Work closely with project managers, engineering, procurement and construction teams to coordinate activities and milestones.
• Monitor project progress, identify potential delays and implement corrective actions.
• Prepare regular progress reports, schedule updates and performance forecasts.
• Manage frequent schedule changes and assess their impact on project delivery.
• Lead planning meetings and coordinate with multiple stakeholders.
• Identify potential risks and support effective project planning and decision-making.
• Provide guidance and support to junior Planning Engineers.
• Key Requirements

• Minimum 5 years' Oil & Gas planning experience, or 4 years' Oil & Gas experience combined with at least 1 year of shutdown planning experience.
• Shutdown planning experience is highly desirable.
• Offshore project experience would be a strong advantage.
• Proficiency in Primavera P6 is preferred; experience with MS Project is also beneficial.
• Proven experience managing project schedules, changes and multiple stakeholders.
• Strong communication skills and fluency in English.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Flexible approach to changing priorities and project requirements.
• Available to mobilise at short notice and comfortable with frequent travel.
• A European passport is advantageous due to international mobility and visa requirements.
• A degree in Engineering, Project Management or a related discipline is desirable.

Interested?

If you have a strong Oil & Gas planning background and are looking for your next opportunity in an international project environment, we would be keen to hear from you.

Apply today or get in touch to discuss the opportunity in more detail.

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.