PLS Port Hedland, Western Australia, Australia
Maintenance Planner
We're looking for a seasoned planner with solid experience in Fixed Plant Planning.
The Maintenance Planner is responsible for providing an effective maintenance planning function by planning and scheduling Maintenance activities through the maintenance management systems (PRONTO & Microsoft Project).
This is a permanent full-time position that operates on a FIFO 8:6 roster from Perth or DIDO from Port Hedland.
Key Responsibilities
Demonstrate an understanding of PLS safety and environmental policies and maintain an understanding of the main principles.
Report any situation, event or incident that has affected or has the potential to harm the environment to management, the Senior OHS Advisor or the Resident Manager.
Support procedures and work practices aimed at preventing accidents or injuries.
Regularly audit team's work environment and promote a high level of safety awareness.
Actively participate in safety meetings and follow up or provide feedback on issues raised.
Identify workplace hazards and take appropriate corrective actions.
Regularly liaise with Maintenance and Production Supervisors as well as Metallurgy representatives detailing changing priorities and additional equipment that is to be repaired or modified.
Regularly update the Planning & Reliability Superintendent on planning schedules and issues.
Ensure that Supply personnel are aware of maintenance order priorities for shutdown stock requirements.
Provide clear guidelines for site equipment requirements for vendors and repairers.
Develop, implement, and oversee maintenance programs to ensure the smooth operation.
Utilise MS Project Professional.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, operations, and procurement, to coordinate maintenance activities.
Ensure compliance with safety regulations and industry standards in all maintenance activities.
Assist in developing and facilitating the site maintenance budget and monitoring costs on a regular basis to ensure that budget levels are not exceeded.
Provide assistance in the review of BOMs and spares to ensure adequate stock for maintenance activities.
Obtain sufficient quotes to establish industry-competitive offers from equipment and service providers.
Ensure invoices are accurate and appropriately cost-coded prior to approval.
Provide updates on budget spend throughout the month to Planning & Reliability Superintendent.
Evaluate labour requirements regularly to achieve the intended work program.
About You
Mining industry experience in mechanical maintenance planning.
Knowledge of statutory safety requirements relevant to maintenance processes.
Advanced proficiency in MS Project, with a strong understanding of its maintenance planning modules.
Relevant trade or engineering qualification.
Excellent organisational and project management skills.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.
A commitment to safety and continuous improvement.
What We Offer
Excellent remuneration package and eligibility to participate in the Company's short-term incentive plan.
Paid Parental Leave.
Paid Community Leave.
Career progression.
Great accommodation and recreational facilities.
Opportunity to be part of the sustainable energy transformation.
Diversity Statement
PLS recognises that talented people come from diverse backgrounds, who can contribute to our successes in different ways.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly recommend women and Australian Indigenous people to apply.
Recruitment Process
As part of our recruitment process, we require a pre-employment medical, drug and alcohol screen and a National Police Clearance.
Short listing for this role will commence immediately.
We respectfully request agencies not to forward unsolicited resumes unless requested.
Acknowledgement of Country
PLS respectfully acknowledges the Nyamal and Kariyarra People of the Pilbara, and the Whadjuk Noongar People of the Perth region who are the traditional owners and first people of these lands.
We would like to pay respect to the Elders past, present and emerging for they hold the memories, the traditions, the culture and hopes of the Nyamal, Kariyarra and Whadjuk Noongar Peoples.
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