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Outage Planner Jobs in Aberdeen

​Outage Planner

An Outage Planner plays an integral role in coordinating and scheduling planned works, shutdowns, or outages to minimise disruption to operations. The Outage Planner implements meticulous planning methodologies to schedule manpower, materials, and machinery for the smooth execution of engineering outages.

Required skills for an Outage Planner include excellent organisational skills, detailed technical understanding, and proficiency in planning software tools such as Primavera P6. Typically, a degree in engineering or a related field is mandatory.

Prior experience as an Outage Planner is highly desirable. Companies look for candidates who have demonstrated experience in planning and managing outage schedules effectively within the engineering sector, along with a proven ability to mitigate potential risks associated with outages.

 

Aberdeen

Aberdeen is the third largest city in Scotland, located on the northernmost edge of the country's central region. It was once one of the largest ports in Europe and famous for its granite quarries, which are still in operation today. Its bustling city centre is packed with cafes and bars, shopping opportunities and more than its fair share of art galleries and museums.

The engineering sector in Aberdeen is vibrant and varied. There are a range of specialist industries, including marine and offshore, oil and gas and manufacturing.

Aberdeen is well-served by a range of bus services and there are two main train stations, as well as two smaller railway stations. The city has an airport, offering domestic flights to destinations including London, Cardiff and Belfast. The city also has a comprehensive network of roads, including 7 major roads and 2 large dual carriageways.

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