Planner KSA Oil & Gas

Job Description Location: Saudi Arabia (Jubail / Yanbu Preferred)Industry: Petrochemical / Oil & Gas ContractingSalary: SAR 4,000 - 6,000 Job Overview We are seeking an experienced Planner with strong expertise in petrochemical and oil & gas contracting projects. The ideal candidate must have hands on experience in Primavera P6, project scheduling, forecasting, and turnaround/shutdown planning within petrochemical plants. Key Responsibilities Develop and maintain detailed project schedules using Primavera P6. Prepare baseline schedules, resource loading (up to Level 5), and progress tracking. Monitor project performance and prepare forecast completion dates. Support Mega Turnaround, Turnaround, and Shutdown planning activities. Coordinate with Project Manager and Client for schedule updates and execution strategy. Prepare and submit daily, weekly, and monthly progress reports. Track manpower, equipment, and productivity during shutdown activities. Ensure compliance with safety standards in petrochemical / hazardous environments. Assist in planning mechanical, erection, hydrojetting, catalyst handling, heavy lift, and industrial cleaning works. Required Experience Minimum 5 years of experience in Petrochemical / Oil & Gas contracting projects. Experience in Mega Turnaround, Turnaround & Shutdown projects. Experience with reputed contracting companies handling: Mechanical works Erection works Industrial cleaning in petrochemical plants Work experience in Jubail / Yanbu preferred. Similar petrochemical experience in India may also be considered. Educational Qualification Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering (Preferred from reputed institution). Primavera (P6) Certification - Mandatory PMI Certification - Preferred Technical Skills Strong hands on experience in: Primavera P6 scheduling Forecasting and progress monitoring Resource loading up to Level 5 Shutdown & turnaround planning Working in petrochemical / hazardous environments Hydrojetting, catalyst handling, heavy lifting, and site fabrication activities Proficient in: MS Word & MS Excel Preparation of progress reports Email communication in English Soft Skills Strong analytical and planning skills. Ability to work in a multinational environment. Safety-first mindset. Strong coordination with Project Manager and Client. Good communication skills in English (Speaking, Reading & Writing).