Planning System Specialist

Job Description:Are you technically minded, good at solving problems and have experience in planning, scheduling or project controls using SAP, Dassian or P6? Is your ideal role system-focused but with a helpful approach to guide others through a transformation? We have an exciting opportunity for a Planning System Specialist working within the Project Controls Office to provide complex technical and professional advice in support of Project Planning and Controls across UK Electronics. You will help to deliver a Project Controls and Planning solution with regard to SAP, P6 and Dassian, and contribute to the administration and management of business critical systems.You will engage with users across the UK to resolve system issues, assist with deployment of planning capability and new ways of working, and develop professional standards to improve systems, processes and reporting using your technical expertise.The role is a mixture of home based and onsite (UK-wide team so this can be your local Leonardo site).Manage and maintain business critical Project Planning Systems for UK ElectronicsProvide professional advice on Project Planning and Controls to the Integrated Project Teams, Functions and Lines of Business, in order to ensure compliance with internal and external standardsAssist in the development and audit of professional standards to support business adherence at all project stagesContribute to the definition, delivery and improvement of Project Planning systems, processes, business reporting and training across UK ElectronicsCoordinate changes from requirements capture to completion and delivery, to achieve required outputs to time, cost and quality standardsMake recommendations to support improved business effectiveness and decision making across UK Electronics.Detailed understanding of Project Planning and Controls operation and business systemsExperience in the practical application of Project Controls in a business delivery environmentGood problem-solving skills, an approachable attitude and a desire to help users with the resolution of technical issuesAbility to influence and negotiate with others using facts and evidence to support line of reasoningThe confidence and ability to challenge/respond to challenge on professional or process issuesExperience in continuous improvement and problem solving techniquesAn understanding of cross-functional / commercial business processesExperience in a similar role at the early stages of solution implementation and change.Security Clearance : Life at Leonardo With a company funded benefits package, a commitment to learning and development, and a flexible approach to working hours focused on the needs of both our employees and customers, a career with Leonardo has never offered as many opportunities or been more accessible to as many people.Pension: Award winning pension scheme (up to 10% employer contribution)Holidays: 25 days plus bank holidays, option to buy/sell leave and to accrue up to 12 additional flexi leave days per yearFlexible Working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to usWellbeing: Employee Assistance Programme, access to Mental Health support, Financial wellbeing support, network groups (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Reservists, Carers)Lifestyle: Discounted Gym membership, Cycle to work scheme Company funded flexible benefits: Access to private healthcare, dental schemes, Workplace ISA, Go Green Car Scheme, technology and lifestyle options (£500 annual allowance)Training: Free access to more than 4000 online courses via Coursera Referral Incentive: You can earn a reward for successfully referring a friend or family member Bonus: Scheme in place for all employees at management level and below