The role:

About the job

Based in the UK, Royal IHC Ltd designs and builds cable lay equipment and subsea vehicles for the offshore energy and telecommunications industries. With multiple major projects currently underway and more on the horizon, our UK project team is expanding to keep pace and deliver world-first solutions to world-class clients across the offshore energy sector.

The Planner role will be working closely with project managers and engineering teams to support successful delivery across projects that vary in scale, complexity, and duration. As Royal IHC Ltd continues to expand, this role offers key opportunities for professional growth and development.

The role:

We are seeking a capable and detail oriented professional to join our Planning team, where you will be responsible for coordinating and overseeing project delivery schedules. In this role, you will collaborate closely with colleagues across all departments to support the timely and cost-effective completion of projects. You will also be expected to work independently, applying strong analytical and problem-solving skills while maintaining exceptional attention to detail.

This position offers an excellent opportunity to gain substantive experience, contribute to significant organisational initiatives, and further develop your professional capabilities within a structured and dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and maintain the integrated project schedule using professional planning tools (e.g. Primavera P6, MS Project).
Coordinate with engineering, procurement, and construction teams to gather progress data and update forecasts.
Identify critical paths, risks, and mitigation options to keep the project on track.
Working with Senior Planner to produce regular progress and performance reports for senior management.
Contribute to earned value and performance tracking processes (SPI & CPI).
Ensure compliance with internal project governance and safety standards.

Requirements:

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a collaborative approach.
Proven experience in planning/scheduling major capital projects.
Proficiency in MS Project and Excel‑based analytics is essential. Experience with Primavera P6 is desirable, however training will be provided where required.
Desirable: exposure to industrial or high-technology construction environments; knowledge of earned value management and digital planning tools.

Vacancy applicable to candidates with the right to work in the UK only.

What we can offer you:

Wellbeing: Employee assistance programme.
Pension: 7% employer plus 5% employee contribution Salary Exchange scheme.
Death in service: 4x annual salary.
Health Cover: Individual cover provided with BUPA (family members can be added at a subsidised cost).
Cycle Scheme: Cycle to work package available up to £1500.
Bonus: Up to 10% of basic salary based on Royal IHC achieving its financial targets.
Annual Leave: 25 days plus statutory bank holidays.
Option to buy or sell up to 5 days annual leave
Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
Collaborative and supportive work environment.

Royal IHC

Creating the maritime future

Anchored in a rich Dutch maritime history, Royal IHC is a leading supplier of maritime technology and expert craftsmanship.

With the right people and skills on board, and driven by innovation, we provide a competitive edge to our worldwide customers in the dredging, offshore, mining and defence industries. However, Royal IHC is much more than equipment, vessels and services. We deliver reliable, integrated solutions that improve operational efficiency and allow for a more sustainable performance.

All over the world, our people are deeply committed to technological innovation, supported by our long-standing experience in our core markets. Our experts work in close collaboration with multiple stakeholders to meet the specific needs of each customer.

With our continuous commitment to technological innovation, we seek to always meet the specific requirements of each individual client. IHC annually spends approximately 3% of its revenue on innovation, which places us in the top 15 Dutch companies in terms of R&D. We have branches in many different countries, giving us a truly international perspective.

PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT

Our business culture has a strong character and is based on collaboration, openness and respect. Perseverance is also a quality that runs through the veins of our organisation. At IHC we have a total commitment to improvement and innovation. Coming to work for us does not mean you have reached your destination. At IHC you will continue to grow and learn, and your expertise will continue onwards and upwards. That is not just a promise from us, but also a commitment we ask of you. Those who demonstrate independence and a strong feeling of responsibility are given a great deal of freedom, but that doesn’t mean you will be left to fend for yourself. Where needed, you can count on us for coaching and personal supervision.

MAXIMUM USE OF TALENT

IHC has a wealth of in-house talent. And we want to make the maximum use of it. That is why we have created development programmes. There are programmes for every level. If you have completed your preparatory secondary vocational education (VMBO) you can start at our in-house Technical Training Centre. We also have plenty of development opportunities for employees with senior secondary vocational education (MBO), higher vocational education (HBO) or a degree from a university (WO).

They can choose from the wide range of programmes, courses and other training opportunities. In addition to the development programmes, there is Young IHC. This programme of activities is especially for our young graduates to help them find their feet in our company. It makes it easy for them to get to know their colleagues in the various business units and creates a strong personal network.

OPPORTUNITIES FOR STUDENTS

Are you currently a student or have you just graduated? There are several ways for you to start a new career at IHC. We recognise the value of a strong link between industry and education, which is why ambitious students are always welcome at IHC for a traineeship or to do their graduation research. There are various options available, the choice is up to you!

“Let us build a career for you!”