Site Project Planner

Most of us come to work to earn money and as an accredited Living Wage employer, you can expect a competitive salary. CAF is built on core values of Excellence, Trust and Sustainability, creating beautiful and exciting products. Our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Committee ensures a welcoming environment, while the Employee Engagement Forum injects fun into the workplace. Mission of the position The Site‑Project Planner is responsible for developing and managing manufacturing and project plans to meet business objectives and customer requirements. This role ensures that project and internal plans are accurately maintained and communicated, supporting effective decision‑making. Reporting to the Site Planning, Production Control Manager and Program Planning, the Site‑Project Planner collaborates closely with department heads, Manufacturing Project Managers, and Project Managers to align plans with company standards. Functions And Responsibilities Develop and update Manufacturing (MFG) Plans, including a 4‑week forecast; import relevant dates into the ERP system. Set up and maintain production line schedules. Forecast and plan car shell and bogie requirements based on production line schedules. Chair weekly and daily planning meetings; coordinate and update internal plans, including end‑of‑cycle activities. Support Core and other planning‑related meetings. Communicate the limitations (line capacity, resources…) that may exist for the fulfilment of the plans of the Programs and prepare proposals for mitigating the impact of possible deviations. Report key performance indicators (KPIs) and update client plans. Participate in Tier 2 and Tier 3 meetings, providing relevant planning information. Analyze site capacity (e.g., storage space) on a weekly basis, based on forecasts and plans. Forecast, plan, and confirm logistics dispatch dates from the factory, aligned with internal plans. Support program‑related issues by developing “what‑if” planning scenarios as needed. Support the department with wider activities related to planning and control, as required. Qualifications Relevant experience in manufacturing or a related field. Production/Manufacturing Planning mindset. Strong organizational and planning skills. Understanding of full project lifecycle. Experience identifying and managing project risks and issues. Experience producing project reports and dashboards. Technical and/or practical knowledge valued. Benefits 25 days annual leave (increasing with length of service) + 8 bank holidays; plus annual leave carry‑over / cash‑in option. Healthcare Cash Plan including claimable costs for optical, dental and other health benefits. Day 1 Life Assurance cover, amounting to 4x Annual Salary. Free Eye Tests for all DSE users. Excellent Pension Scheme with 3% Employee and 6% Employer contributions. Cycle to Work scheme. Enhanced Family Friendly Pay and Leave Benefits. Access to exclusive rewards, discounts and special offers at over 1000 leading high street and online retailers. 24/7 Employee Assistance Support line. Professional Membership and Sponsorship Policy for Colleague Development. 8 paid hours per year, working with local charities in support of Social Value. Dedicated Women’s Network. Proud signatories of the Dying to Work Charter; Living Wage Foundation and Armed Forces covenant. Seniority level Entry level Employment type Full‑time Job function Project Management and Information Technology Industry Motor Vehicle Manufacturing Location: Newport, Wales, United Kingdom Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at CAF (Construcciones y Auxiliar de Ferrocarriles) by 2×. Get notified about new Project Planner jobs in Newport, Wales, United Kingdom. #J-18808-Ljbffr