Maintenance Planner

Maintenance PlannerWe are recruiting on behalf of a leading mining operation for an experienced Maintenance Planner to support maintenance planning and scheduling across production facilities, ensuring safe, efficient, and reliable operations.The Maintenance Planner is responsible for coordinating maintenance activities by ensuring materials, resources, and schedules are in place to complete work assignments effectively while minimising disruption to operations.This role plays a key part in supporting both short-term execution and long-term maintenance strategy within a 24/7 operational environment.Key Responsibilities:Plan and coordinate corrective, preventive, and predictive maintenance activities while minimising impact on operations Develop, maintain, and communicate daily and weekly maintenance schedules to relevant stakeholders Ensure all materials, parts, and resources are available and staged prior to job execution Process work orders, requisitions, and maintenance requests from operational teams Coordinate and actively participate in weekly planning meetings with operations and maintenance teams Generate maintenance performance reports and track key performance indicators (KPIs) Support long-range maintenance planning including outages, shutdowns, and budgeting activities Inspect and assess work areas to support future maintenance planning and improvements Act as the primary interface between maintenance operations and equipment vendors, suppliers, and contractors Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and operational standards at all timesRequirements:Minimum 5 years' experience in maintenance planning or maintenance operations within a heavy industrial environment Strong understanding of maintenance systems, workflows, and scheduling processes Experience working in a 24/7 operational environment Strong communication skills, both written and verbal Ability to read and interpret technical documents, safety procedures, and maintenance manuals Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to analyse data and draw practical conclusions Ability to coordinate with multiple stakeholders and influence operational priorities Willingness to respond to operational requirements outside standard working hoursTechnical Skills:Proficiency in SAP or similar maintenance management systems Strong Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Word, Outlook, MS Project) Knowledge of Kronos workforce management systems advantageous Experience with AutoCAD or technical drawings is a plus Strong reporting and KPI tracking capabilityEducation:High School Diploma or GED required Further technical or engineering qualifications advantageousHealth, Safety & Environment:Strong commitment to safety, including compliance with MSHA/OSHA-equivalent standards Completion of relevant safety and environmental training required Strong awareness of environmental and operational risk management practicesBenefits (Effective from Day One)Employees are eligible for benefits from the first day of employment.Health & MedicalMedical, Prescription, Dental, and Vision cover for employees and dependents (spouse and children)Choice of PPO and HRA medical plansCompany-funded HRA card for eligible healthcare expensesPreventive care covered at 100% (in-network)Annual onsite biometric wellness programmeWellness participation incentives linked to reduced medical contributionsInsurance & ProtectionBasic Life Insurance (2x annual salary) and AD&D at no costOptional Supplemental Life Insurance (1x or 2x annual salary)Dependent life insurance options (spouse and children)Short-Term and Long-Term Disability cover provided after qualifying service periodRetirement & Financial401(k) plan with 7% company contributionFlexible Spending Accounts (Health Care FSA and Dependent Care FSA) for tax-efficient savingsAdditional BenefitsEmployee Assistance Programme (24/7 confidential mental health and wellbeing support)Legal services plan for employees and dependents (available at reduced cost)Pet insurance option available for employeesEmployee discount platform offering savings on entertainment, retail, and travelWhat's Offered:Competitive salary package Long-term career stability within a major industrial operation Strong training, safety, and development support Exposure to large-scale maintenance planning and shutdown environmentsIf you're an experienced Maintenance Planner looking to take the next step in your career, we'd like to hear from you.