Planner

Dynisma Ltd.; Bristol; On-site; GBP 80,000 - GBP 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading simulator technology company in the UK is seeking a Planner to support the Planning Team in developing and monitoring project schedules for motion simulator programs. The role involves coordinating between engineering, procurement, and integration teams to ensure timely delivery. Ideal candidates will have strong project scheduling skills and a proactive approach to risk management, along with excellent communication abilities. Attractive benefits include a competitive salary, pension, and supportive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension

Life insurance

Private medical insurance

25 days holiday

Cycle to work scheme

Electric car vehicle schemes

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of project management principles and practices.
• Ability to adapt to changing requirements and manage multiple tasks.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules for development phases.
• Monitor schedule progress and provide early warnings of deviations.
• Lead regular schedule review meetings with project stakeholders.

Skills

Project scheduling

Schedule monitoring

Coordination

Stakeholder liaison

Tools

Planning Software

Job description

Dynisma is revolutionising the automotive and motorsport driving simulator market with its disruptive motion generator technology. Our cutting-edge approach to simulator design delivers more data about vehicle dynamics and ride to drivers and passengers with less latency and more accurately than any other motion simulators available.

The Role

The Planner supports the wider Planning Team and Project Managers in developing, maintaining, and monitoring project schedules for the company’s motion simulator programmes. The role focuses on accurate schedule control, progress reporting, and coordination between engineering, procurement, manufacturing, and integration teams to ensure projects are delivered on time and within scope.

Responsibilities

Planning & Scheduling

• Develop, maintain, and baseline detailed project schedules (WBS-level) covering all simulator development phases—concept, design, procurement, fabrication, assembly, integration, testing, and site installation.
• Update schedules with actual progress data, task completions, and revised forecasts.
• Support coordination of dependencies between mechanical, electrical, software, and control systems teams.
• Monitor your own schedule progress and provide early warning of deviations, proposing recovery or mitigation actions, and communicate impacts to the Lead Planner and Project Managers.
• Lead regular schedule review meetings with Project Managers and Technical Leads.

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• Prepare regular schedule updates, progress reports, and dashboards for project reviews.
• Support the Lead Planner in developing performance indicators (e.g. schedule variance, SPI).
• Liaise with all stakeholders to collect progress updates and confirm task status.
• Support internal and customer-facing schedule presentations or progress meetings as required.

Bid & Change Support

• Assist in producing outline and tender schedules for new opportunities or contract changes.
• Update project baseline plans to reflect approved changes under the Lead Planner’s direction.

Process & Tools

• Maintain accuracy and consistency of schedule data in Planning Software.
• Follow standard planning processes and contribute to continuous improvement within the PMO.
• Ensure all activities comply with legal, regulatory, and ethical standards.
• Promote sustainable practices that align with corporate social responsibility goals.
• Comply with all health and safety policies and report any hazards or incidents promptly, leading by example.

Why join Dynisma?

Dynisma is growing rapidly, and we are looking for outstanding people across all parts of the business to help build our future.

The culture is passionate, fast‑paced, open, and transparent. People work in a flat structure with hands‑on application, innovation, and experimentation constantly in mind.

Benefits include a competitive basic salary, pension, life insurance, private medical insurance, 25 days holiday, Cycle to work and electric car vehicle schemes.

Dynisma is proud to be an equal opportunity employer

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and do not discriminate based on race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other legally protected status. If you require any special assistance or accommodations during the recruitment or interview process, please let us know. We are happy to support you to ensure a fair and comfortable experience.