Senior Shutdown Planner

For a Major IOC, we are looking for a Senior Shutdown Planner to lead the planning and optimization of critical turnaround and shutdown activities. Role Objective To deliver integrated, reliable and optimized shutdown planning ensuring: safe execution of all activities adherence to schedule commitments control of project costs efficient utilization of resources (workforce & materials) Key Responsibilities: HSE & Risk Management Integrate HSE requirements into all planning activities Contribute to risk assessments (HAZID, SIMOPS, etc.) Anticipate and mitigate risks related to co-activities and operational constraints Ensure compliance with Oil & Gas standards and company procedures Planning & Scheduling Develop and maintain detailed schedules using Primavera P6 (mandatory) Build structured schedules (WBS, logic, constraints, dependencies) Identify and manage the Critical Path Ensure overall schedule integrity across multiple disciplines Advanced Planning & Optimization Analyze and optimize POB (Peak of Workforce) to ensure balanced resource allocation Identify and resolve schedule clashes (SIMOPS conflicts, technical interferences, access constraints) Perform what-if scenario analysis and resource leveling Optimize execution sequences to reduce downtime and operational risks Coordination & Interfaces Interface with key stakeholders such as Maintenance, Operations, HSE, Engineering, Contractors Participate in and lead pre-shutdown planning and review meetings Ensure alignment across all disciplines and stakeholders Profile Minimum 5 years of experience in industrial environments Proven experience in shutdown / turnaround planning Strong background in Oil & Gas or heavy industry Experience in complex, multi-disciplinary project environments Strong leadership and coordination skills Excellent communication and stakeholder management Ability to perform under pressure in critical environments