Turnaround Scheduler (Oil & Gas)Contract Type: Freelance / Contractor Duration: Rolling 12-Month Contract Location: Novara, Italy (on-site presence required during critical phases) Start Date: ASAP Language Requirements: English (required), Italian (preferred)OverviewThe role supports a planned major turnaround (TAR) at an operational oil & gas facility located near Novara. The TAR involves multi-discipline work scopes across mechanical, E&I, piping, scaffolding, and inspection with execution expected 2027.Role ObjectiveTo develop, manage, and optimise a fully integrated turnaround schedule covering preparation, pre-shutdown, execution, and ramp-up. The scheduler will work closely with TAR planners, site management, contractors, and maintenance teams to ensure on-time delivery, schedule risk control, and critical path awareness.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop, maintain, and update a Level 3/4 Primavera P6 schedule for the TAR scope.Integrate inputs from discipline planners, engineering, procurement, and contractors.Align the schedule with the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) and Cost Breakdown Structure (CBS).Conduct what-if simulations and critical path analyses to inform decision-making.Track progress vs baseline; issue weekly/monthly schedule updates and lookaheads.Support TAR readiness reviews and assurance gates (30%, 60%, 90%).Liaise with cost control, construction leads, and operations for smooth handovers.Participate in contractor schedule reviews and ensure alignment of third-party inputs.Ensure schedule compliance with corporate planning standards.Required Skills & Experience5+ years experience in scheduling for oil & gas turnarounds, shutdowns, or heavy industrial outages.Proven track record using Primavera P6 in a turnaround / maintenance environment.Solid understanding of TAR phases, work pack structures, permits, logistics, and resourcing.Experience working on live sites with major EPC or operating companies.Ability to identify and mitigate schedule risks (float, congestion, concurrent activities).Competence in schedule reporting (S-curves, histograms, earned value, etc.).Strong stakeholder communication skills (site teams, contractors, management).Familiarity with Scaffolding, Lifting, Mechanical, E&I work types.Preferred QualificationsTechnical diploma or engineering degree (mechanical, industrial, or equivalent).Primavera P6 certification or recognised project scheduling qualification.Knowledge of Shell, ENI, ExxonMobil or similar TAR methodology is a plus.Working knowledge of MS Project, Excel, and reporting tools (e.g., Power BI or Tableau) is beneficial.Tools & SystemsPrimavera P6 (required)Microsoft Excel / OfficeSAP PM (asset — depending on client’s CMMS)If interested and available Please respond with your up-to-date CV+31 202 590 300 charlie.culver@recruitment.com