Equipment Planning Specialist

Sandvik; Mount Isa City; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remuneration package

Salary sacrifice options

Parental Leave

Job summary

Sandvik in Australia is seeking a Workshop Production Planner to orchestrate efficient production workflows in a busy workshop. The role focuses on strategic scheduling, resource optimization, and meeting milestones in collaboration with supervisors, technicians and procurement teams.

Ideal candidates are qualified mechanical tradespeople with strong Excel and project planning skills, capable of turning data into actionable tasks while maintaining accurate records and proactive updates for

Qualifications

• Hands-on scheduling and workflow management experience.
• Strong planning and inventory control knowledge.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, finalise, and distribute detailed production plans to stakeholders.
• Create and manage production schedules to maximise efficiency.
• Provide customers with daily and weekly progress updates.
• Collaborate with workshop teams to ensure tasks are completed on time.
• Monitor parts availability and coordinate procurement to prevent delays.
• Maintain records of maintenance, repairs, and servicing activities.
• Evaluate production performance and drive continuous improvement.
• Identify bottlenecks and propose productivity solutions.
• Prepare variation bills of materials and cost estimates for scope changes.

Skills

Excel

Microsoft Project

Education

Qualified mechanical tradesperson

Tools

Microsoft Project

Job description

Job Type

Full Time

About the Opportunity

The Workshop Production Planner plays a pivotal role in orchestrating efficient and high-quality production workflows within a dynamic workshop environment. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in structured team settings and enjoys working with precision and collaboration.

Responsible for strategic scheduling, resource optimization, and ensuring production milestones are met, the Production Planner works closely with supervisors, technicians, and procurement teams to drive seamless operations and deliver exceptional results.

Responsibilities

• Develop, finalise, and distribute detailed production plans to relevant stakeholders.
• Create and manage production schedules to maximise workflow efficiency and resource utilisation.
• Provide customers with clear and timely daily and weekly progress updates.
• Collaborate with workshop teams to ensure tasks are completed accurately and on time
• Monitor parts availability and coordinate procurement to prevent operational delays.
• Maintain up-to-date records of maintenance, repairs, and scheduled servicing activities.
• Evaluate production performance and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Identify process bottlenecks and recommend actionable solutions to improve productivity.
• Prepare variation bills of materials and cost estimates as required for scope changes.

About you

You’re a qualified mechanical tradesperson with a strong foundation in workshop planning and coordination. Your hands-on experience in scheduling and workflow management is backed by a deep understanding of maintenance operations and inventory control. You are also highly organised, analytical, and thrive on solving problems with precision and creativity. Your advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Project allow you to turn data into actionable tasks and keep projects on track. With a solid grasp of customer business processes, you bring a collaborative mindset and a commitment to delivering tailored, value-driven solutions

To be eligible for this role, you must have the right to live and work in Australia. Please note that as part of our recruitment process, you will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment medical.

What we offer

• A competitive remuneration package
• Salary sacrifice options and Length of Service Recognition
• Paid Parental Leave and flexible working options
• A comprehensive Employee Assistance Program
• Employee referral programs
• Recognition and reward programs aligned to individual and business performance

Sandvik is proud to be a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for Women, recognising our ongoing commitment to gender equality, inclusive workplace policies, and meaningful support for women at every stage of our careers. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace, and we encourage you to explore our policies and employee benefits on the WORK180 website. In addition, we are honoured to have achieved Silver Status for our Health and Wellbeing Program through the WorkSafe QLD Be Recognised Program, reflecting our ongoing dedication to creating a safe, healthy, and engaging work environment.

Who we are

Sandvik is a global leading Original Equipment Manufacturer, delivering comprehensive equipment, tools, parts, services, technical and digital solutions tailored to the mining, mineral processing, infrastructure and manufacturing industries. The Sandvik Group has over 41,000 employees spread across more than 150 countries globally.

Our purpose is to advance the world through engineering by helping customers transition sustainably in mining, rock processing, and component and intelligent manufacturing. Sustainability is integral to our growth and our customers' success. We embed sustainability in all aspects, from R&D to product innovation and supply chain sourcing. Collaborating closely with customers, we enhance product impact and efficiency through technology and data-driven solutions, aiming for net-zero emissions by 2050 and 90% circularity by 2030.

We work to protect and advance people, enabling diversity, equity and inclusion in our business, human rights in our value chain and resilient communities where we work. We are an Equal Opportunity employer and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

Our commitment to integrity and building relationships based on honesty, respect, and trust is paramount. Join us at Sandvik, where we are dedicated to delivering excellence and innovation.

For more information about this position at Sandvik, please visit the Sandvik careers page or contact Amy Conroy at ************@sandvik.com

Applications close

21st August 2026, or prior if ideal candidate selected.