TA Planner

Our client, a major Oil and Gas company, is looking for 3 TA Planners to join their team on a 1-year contract to work on 3 different site locations in Alberta. LOA provided.

Key Responsibilities:
Planning & Coordination

• Develop detailed turnaround work scopes, job plans, and execution schedules.
• Build and maintain work packages, including labor requirements, materials, tools, permits, and safety documentation.
• Collaborate with operations, engineering, maintenance, and contractors to define scope and priorities.
• Identify critical path activities and optimize shutdown timelines.
• Ensure all required parts, materials, and resources are available prior to execution.

Execution Support

• Provide on-site planning support during turnaround events.
• Troubleshoot issues in real time and adjust plans to maintain schedule integrity.
• Monitor field progress and ensure work is executed according to plan and standards.
• Participate in daily planning meetings and performance reviews during outages.

Technical Responsibilities

• Apply mechanical expertise to develop accurate job steps and sequencing.
• Review equipment history and maintenance records to refine work plans.
• Ensure proper alignment with industry standards and best practices for mechanical maintenance and installation.

Qualifications & Experience Required:

• 5+ years of hands-on mechanical experience in industrial environments (e.g., oil & gas, mining, manufacturing, or power).
• 3+ years of experience in maintenance planning, turnaround planning, or scheduling.
• Proven ability to develop detailed job plans and work packages.
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems, rotating equipment, and maintenance processes.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to influence and coordinate teams.

Preferred:

• Maximo experience
• Previous experience supporting large-scale turnarounds or shutdowns.
• Scheduling software experience (e.g., Primavera P6, MS Project).