Planning & Operations Administrator (Project Controller)

Location: Yeovil, Somerset (BA20)

Pay Rate: £16.24 ph PAYE

Contract: 12 months

Working Hours: 37 hours per week

Start Date: ASAP

Gi Group is currently recruiting for a Project Controller to join a well-established aerospace and defence organisation based in Yeovil.

This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and detail-oriented individual who enjoys working with data, coordinating activities and providing administrative support to a busy operational team.

Working closely with the planning and production departments, you will help ensure that schedules are maintained, information is accurate and day-to-day operational activities run smoothly.

The role offers a varied combination of administration, planning and operational support. Previous experience within manufacturing or production would be beneficial, although candidates with a strong general administration or coordination background are also encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day administrative and operational support to the planning and production teams.
• Assist with preparing, maintaining and updating daily and weekly schedules.
• Monitor operational activities and track progress against agreed plans.
• Maintain accurate records, spreadsheets and planning information.
• Prepare reports and provide regular updates to managers and key stakeholders.
• Liaise with different departments, including production teams and material logistics.
• Help identify potential scheduling issues and follow up on outstanding actions.
• Ensure data and documentation are accurate and kept up to date.
• Support daily operational review meetings and help coordinate follow-up activities.
• Assist with improving administrative and planning processes.

The Candidate:

We are looking for someone who is highly organised, proactive and enjoys supporting a busy team.

Ideally, you will have:

• Previous experience in administration, coordination or operational support.
• Excellent organisational skills and strong attention to detail.
• Good IT skills, particularly Microsoft Excel and other MS Office applications.
• Experience working with data, spreadsheets, reports or maintaining records.
• The ability to manage multiple tasks and work to deadlines.
• Good communication skills and confidence working with different departments.
• A flexible and positive approach to work, with the ability to adapt to changing priorities.

Previous experience in manufacturing, production, engineering or logistics would be an advantage but is not essential.

Apply today through Gi Group!

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