Production Planner

VARD is one of the world’s largest designers and builders of specialized vessels. VARD aims to lead the green and technological transition in maritime operations. Through our specialized companies, VARD develops power and automation systems, deck equipment, and accommodation solutions on board, and provides design and engineering services to the global maritime industry. Together with our owner, Fincantieri S.p.A. Italy, we possess unique strengths and competitive advantages.

Vard Brattvaag is now seeking a Production Planner for our Control of Production Department. Responsibilities as Production Planner in the project is to set up and update production schedules for the projects at the shipyard through the different phases of the project.

At VARD, we care about developing talent and embracing diverse strengths, giving everyone the opportunity to grow and evolve. Join us and be part of a community that values your skills, where together we shape the future of shipbuilding.

Candidates will be evaluated continuously. If you find this position interesting, don't hesitate to apply!So – what are your skills? 

Duties and responsibilities

Production Planner has both a role as planner in the shipyards projects, and the responsibility for Workload and subcontractor management, and Reporting of production activities in the Control of Production (COP) department at the shipyard.

Responsibilities as Production Planner in the project is to set up and update production schedules for the projects at the shipyard through the different phases of the projects:

• Coordinate input, prepare and maintain outfitting and commissioning schedules.
• Monitor and report project status and hours consumption in accordance with plans and budgets.
• Coordinate activities, schedules and milestones with other parties involved in the overall project execution.
• Maintain and control the activities in ERP system.
• Participate in planning activities of potential new projects.
• Prepare load curves and other reports for line and project management.
• Setup and maintain databases as input for KPIs.

Qualifications

• The candidates should preferably have planning experience, preferably from the ship building industry and Primavera P6 Planning experience, but training will be given. 
• Personal qualities are most important for us, but it is nice of you have relevant education in an engineering or technical discipline or experience from the shipbuilding industry.
• Our working languages are both Norwegian and English.
• Identify yourself with the VARD values Craftmanship, Salesmanship and Fellowship.

Personal qualities

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Good communication skills.
• Willingness to learn.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Our commitment to you

• A good working environment with exciting and important tasks in an international environment 
• Competitive pension scheme and insurance package 
• Subsidized lunch in the office canteen 
• Subsidized membership at the gym 
• Occupational health service 
• Flexible work from home policy 
• Free mobile phone usage and subsidized internet at home 
• We understand the importance of continuous learning and we strive to give you the chance to gain new skills and further develop your career

VARD recognizes the importance of having fun at work, this is why with VARD Social you will have the chance to bond with colleagues through new experiences and shared interests. The social offer varies throughout the year and includes activities like 'walk and talk' during lunch hours, fjord cruises, cooking lessons, go karting, football practices and wine tasting, just to name a few.

With the right blend of fun, expertise and hard work, we are creating ships for the future. Join us! 

Contacts

Helge Martin Austnes, COP Manager, +47 917 53 105

Location

Strandgata 74
6270 BRATTVÅG

Key information:

Employer: Vard Group AS, Brattvaag

Reference number: 5024251651
Percentage of full-time: 100%
Regular
Application deadline: 20/10/2025