Senior Planner - DV Security Clearance

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Segula Technologies is seeking a DV Cleared Senior Planner for a 12-month on-site assignment at Aldermaston to perform independent planning and scheduling assurance across high-profile programmes, using Primavera P6 to build, analyse and assess schedules and to deliver evidence-based recommendations. Essential is Developed Vetting clearance; SC-cleared candidates will only be considered if they are already in the DV vetting process. The role requires constructive challenge, strong communication to senior leadership and clear reporting including the Assurance Assessment Spreadsheet and Assurance Report. To apply, highlight 5+ years in complex programmes, independent review experience, mastery of scheduling tools, and nuclear or defence familiarity a bonus; note willingness for hybrid working, 2 days on site, occasional Burghfield visits, and client IT system access. Also mention willingness to discuss reasonable adjustments.

Company Description

Expand your playground with a fast-growing global engineering group. At SEGULA Technologies, you will have the opportunity to work on exciting projects and shape the future within a company for which innovation is inseparable from engineering. New forms of mobility, autonomous vehicles, the factory of the future, augmented reality... these are the daily concerns of our 15,000 ingenious talents in over 30 countries.

Whether you are a student, a recent graduate or experienced, an engineer or a project manager, at SEGULA you will find the opportunity that will give new meaning to your career. Make your move, Join us !

Job Description

We’re seeking an experienced DV Cleared Senior Planner to join our team for a 12‑month assignment, supporting high‑profile and complex programmes through independent assurance reviews.

⚠️ Important Clearance & Eligibility Notes:

• Developed Vetting (DV) Clearance is essential.
• SC‑cleared candidates will only be considered if they are already in the DV vetting process.

🔍 About the Role

As a Senior Planner you will conduct independent planning and scheduling assurance reviews across a range of significant projects, programmes, and portfolios.

You’ll challenge constructively, provide evidence‑based recommendations, and contribute to improving delivery confidence across the organisation.

🛠 Key Responsibilities

You will be accountable for delivering independent assurance from a Planning & Scheduling perspective, including:

Expected Tasks

• Attend all relevant meetings related to assigned assurance reviews
• Join weekly tasking sessions with Assurance Management
• Review project documentation and assess compliance against defined standards
• Develop and agree recommendations and actions with project, programme, or portfolio teams

Expected Deliverables

• Contributions to the Assurance Assessment Spreadsheet
• Input into the Assurance Report

Qualifications

🎯 Required Experience & Skills (Mandatory)

We’re looking for someone who brings senior‑level expertise, including:

• 5+ years’ experience delivering within complex or high‑value projects or programmes
• Strong background conducting independent reviews
• Proficiency in Primavera P6 (building, analysing, and assessing schedules)
• Ability to deliver challenging messages to senior leadership
• Evidence‑based performance/assurance recommendations
• Clear, concise, and structured report writing

✨ Desirable Experience

Not essential, but advantageous:

• Background in nuclear and/or defence environments
• Experience working under nuclear regulatory frameworks
• 10+ years in relevant planning or assurance roles
• Prior work with government agencies or departments

If you’re a highly capable Senior Planner with DV Clearance and a passion for improving delivery performance across critical national programmes, we’d love to hear from you.

Additional Information

📍 Location & Working Pattern

• Full‑time, based onsite at Aldermaston
• Hybrid working – typically 2 days onsite per week, though this may increase depending on classification levels (e.g., OFFICIAL‑SENSITIVE and above)
• Occasional visits to Burghfield for meetings or site activities
• 9‑day fortnight in line with standard working patterns
• All documentation must be accessed and compiled solely on the Client IT systems

Your application will be reviewed based on your experience, skills and motivations.

Do not hesitate to reach out to us if you need any reasonable adjustments within the recruitment process. We are here to help you be at your best.