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Fugro

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    Full-time
    Mid & Senior Level
  • Logistics
  • Cape Town
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AI generated summary

  • You should have qualifications in maritime crew planning or equivalent, strong English skills, adaptability, interpersonal abilities, Microsoft Office proficiency, and a valid driver’s license.
  • You will plan field teams, liaise with Project Managers, source personnel, manage logistics, track utilisation, and ensure compliance documentation is current while supporting operations as needed.

Requirements

  • Qualification in maritime crew planning, Project Administration, or equivalent experience.
  • Good knowledge of English language (verbal & written).
  • Adaptable to ad hoc changes in personnel planning and changes in priorities.
  • Unbiased and impartial conduct with staff.
  • Strong interpersonal skills, especially with respect to English verbal communication.
  • Conversant with Microsoft office suite software & Project.
  • Have a valid driver’s licence.

Responsibilities

  • Responsible for forward planning (up to 6 months) of field teams.
  • Provisionally select field teams in cooperation with direct supervisor.
  • Liaise with Project Managers with regards to Crew Lists and Personnel Documentation.
  • Liaise with other internal departments (Workshop, Client Deliverables or Project Delivery) on any project resource requirements.
  • Source personnel from other Fugro entities or third-party suppliers as required for projects.
  • Maintain tracking and utilisation of personnel.
  • Ensure all personnel travel requirements and logistics are in date and in place for project travel including journey management plans.
  • Liaise timeously and effectively with offshore personnel re crew changes, next trip, scheduling, forward planning.
  • Able to be objective: unbiased and impartial conduct with staff.
  • Strong interpersonal skills, especially with respect to verbal communication.
  • To undertake any other duties as appropriate within their competence as required by the Resources & Operations Support Manager and/or Operations Coordinator from time to time.
  • Create and manage the required purchase orders for intercompany or contractor staff used, and any personal logistics needed on projects.
  • Assist where required by providing input for department or project budgeting purposes within the area of authority.
  • Advise supervisor on any personnel resource requirements.
  • Check offshore personnel monthly work reports.
  • Keep offshore personnel utilisation sheets accurate and in date.
  • Maintain the Tracking Register for all Personnel, Travel and Compliance Documentation.
  • Assist with the ongoing maintenance of general operations support administration where necessary.
  • Create the required purchase orders for all planning requirements i.e. Training, Travel, Visas, Compliance Documentation.
  • Collaborate regularly with peers at sister entities within the Europe/Africa region and globally to facilitate skills transfer or staff shortages as required.
  • When applicable, be available for temporary substitution of other positions in the company, locally or internationally.
  • Actively participate in adherence to and improvement of the company Management System on Quality and HSE related issues.
  • Able to be objective: unbiased and impartial conduct with staff.
  • Strong interpersonal skills, especially with respect to verbal communication.
  • Ensure Company business style is adhered to.

FAQs

What is the primary function of the Offshore Resource Planner?

The primary function of the Offshore Resource Planner is to ensure capable field teams are assigned to projects and to maintain an overview on the forward planning of offshore personnel, supporting the activities within the Resources & Operations department.

Who does the Offshore Resource Planner report to?

The Offshore Resource Planner reports to the Resources and Operations Support Manager.

What are the main responsibilities of the Offshore Resource Planner?

Main responsibilities include operational support for forward planning of field teams, financial management related to personnel and projects, personnel management including utilization sheets, and administration of tracking registers and purchase orders.

Is experience in maritime crew planning required for this role?

Yes, a qualification in maritime crew planning, Project Administration, or equivalent experience is required.

What software skills are necessary for the Offshore Resource Planner position?

The Offshore Resource Planner should be conversant with Microsoft Office Suite software and Microsoft Project.

How does the Offshore Resource Planner collaborate with other departments?

The Offshore Resource Planner will liaise with Project Managers, other internal departments, and finance to ensure effective communication and coordination regarding resource requirements and personnel-related invoicing.

Is strong verbal communication necessary for this role?

Yes, strong interpersonal skills, particularly in verbal communication, are essential for effective collaboration and communication with offshore personnel and internal teams.

What is the expected duration for forward planning of field teams?

The Offshore Resource Planner is responsible for forward planning up to 6 months in advance.

Are there any specific duties that involve international collaboration?

Yes, the Offshore Resource Planner will collaborate regularly with peers at sister entities within the Europe/Africa region and globally to facilitate skills transfer or address staff shortages as required.

What should the Offshore Resource Planner do in case of personnel resource requirements?

The Offshore Resource Planner should advise their supervisor on any personnel resource requirements.

Is a valid driver’s license required for the Offshore Resource Planner role?

Yes, having a valid driver’s license is a requirement for this position.

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We are the world’s leading Geo-data specialist, collecting and analysing comprehensive information about the Earth and the structures built upon it. Through integrated data acquisition, analysis and advice, we unlock insights from Geo-data to help our clients design, build and operate their assets in a safe, sustainable and efficient manner.