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Turnaround Mechanical Planner

PTS Advance • Contract • Geismar, Louisiana • 2w ago

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Turnaround Mechanical Planner

Client: Chemical Plant

Location: Geismar, Louisiana

Project Duration: 2 years (with potential extension)
Schedule: 4/10 with overtime opportunities during TAR

We are seeking a TAR Mechanical Planner to support our Turnaround team. This role is critical in ensuring safe, efficient, and well-coordinated mechanical work during major plant outages. The ideal candidate will have strong planning experience in industrial environments and a solid mechanical background.

Key Responsibilities

Develop Safe Work Plans for execution in accordance with site guidelines.
Collaborate with Operations Specialists to ensure isolation requirements are captured in plans.
Conduct site walkdowns to confirm scope accuracy and gather job details.
Update scope lists with required information as work plans are completed.
Create and track RFIs for clarity on scope details.
Review and maintain CMMS (Maximo) data accuracy; Change Work Order info to better describe scope
Work closely with procurement and local vendors to ensure purchasing of correct materials.
Assist with ordering materials for EWO work during TAR; conduct field visits as needed to verify scope and materials.

Qualifications

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.

Experience:
1. 5+ years in a planning role within a chemical or refinery environment (preferred).
2. Industrial maintenance experience is strongly preferred.
Technical Skills:
1. Mechanical knowledge of rotating and static equipment (piping, heat exchangers, vessels/drums).
2. Knowledge of estimating practices and how to apply to planning.
3. Ability to read plot plans, P&IDs, piping specs, procedures, and isometrics.
4. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
5. Experienced user of CMMS (Maximo / SAP experience is a plus).
6. Familiarity with scheduling tools (Primavera)