Site Planner – CAPEX Delivery Projects

Job Title: Site Planner CAPEX Delivery Projects

Location: Royston

At Johnson Matthey your work will matter. As a Site Planner CAPEX Delivery Projects youll join a world leader in platinum group metals with over 200 years of history and innovation. Youll help tackle the worlds biggest challenges - cutting emissions powering modern society and enhancing lives - as we continue to apply refine and recycle metals that matter for a healthier and more resilient future.

The role:

As a Site Planner you will help drive our goals by:

Project Planning & Scheduling

• Develop and maintain integrated project schedules across multiple CAPEX projects

• Define clear timelines critical paths and key milestones aligned to delivery strategy

• Ensure schedules are logically linked and aligned to project stage-gate processes

Project Controls & Performance Monitoring

• Track progress against baseline plans and highlight deviations

• Perform schedule analysis including critical path and look-ahead planning

• Produce regular project reports on schedule performance and key risk

Risk & Change Management

• Identify and manage schedule risks and opportunities across the portfolio

• Support development of mitigation and recovery plans

• Assess and manage schedule impacts arising from project changes within MOC processes

Stakeholder Management

• Collaborate with Project Engineers and multidisciplinary teams to align on delivery plans

• Interface with contractors to ensure accurate and up-to-date schedule inputs

• Facilitate planning reviews and progress meetings

Governance & Reporting

• Support project governance aligned to JM stage-gate framework

• Provide clear structured reporting to stakeholders

• Maintain high-quality planning data within project systems

Safety Risk & Compliance

• Promote a strong EHS culture and ensure planning supports safe execution

• Ensure schedules reflect safe sequencing permits and operational constraints

Key skills that will help you succeed in this role:

• Degree HNC/HND or equivalent experience in Engineering Project Management or related discipline

• Proven experience in project planning or project controls within CAPEX or engineering environments

• Proficiency with planning tools (e.g. Primavera P6 MS Project)

• Strong understanding of full project lifecycle delivery

• Experience in chemical process manufacturing or COMAH environment

What we offer:

We make sure salaries are fair competitive and aligned to individual roles experience and responsibilities. We are also supportive of hybrid and flexible working and where applicable offer life medical and other benefits that support our employees financial and physical wellbeing such as:

• Retirement savings

• Share plans

• Saving accounts

• House saving funds

• Life and disability insurance

• Commuter allowances and loans

• Medical plans / health assessments

• Fitness discounts

Ready to make a meaningful impact on your career and the environment Join us and help shape a sustainable future while advancing your career!

At JM inclusivity is central to our values. We create an environment where everyone can thrive embracing diverse perspectives to tackle challenges and ensure all colleagues feel valued and connected.

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Closing date for applications: This job advertisement will be posted for a minimum of 2 weeks early application is advised.

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Employment Type : Full-Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1