Technical Maintenance Planner & Schedular

Gumbuya World; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Gumbuya World in Victoria seeks a highly organized Technical Maintenance Planner & Scheduler to coordinate maintenance planning, compliance activities and asset management across rides, facilities and infrastructure.

Reporting to the Technical Services leadership team, you will develop preventative maintenance schedules, coordinate work orders, monitor compliance and support asset reliability for park assets. Strong Excel and CMMS skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience in maintenance planning, scheduling, asset management or technical administration.
• Strong organisational and coordination skills.
• Experience in maintenance, facilities, engineering, construction or industrial environments.
• Advanced Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain preventative maintenance schedules across rides, attractions, facilities and infrastructure.
• Coordinate daily, weekly, monthly and annual maintenance activities.
• Schedule internal teams and external contractors to maximise efficiency.
• Manage maintenance work orders, priorities and resource allocation.
• Maintain asset registers, technical records and compliance documentation.
• Monitor inspections, certifications and statutory requirements.
• Support shutdown planning, refurbishment projects and capital works.
• Analyse maintenance performance and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Produce reports and maintenance KPIs.
• Assist with spare parts planning, inventory control and procurement.
• Support maintenance management systems implementation and continuous improvement.

Skills

Maintenance planning

Maintenance scheduling

Asset management

Technical administration

Excel

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Tools

MEX

CMMS

EAM

Power BI

Job description

Technical Maintenance Planner & Schedular

Plan the work. Drive reliability. Keep the adventure running.

Gumbuya World is Victoria's only destination combining thrills, wildlife, water attractions and adventure in one incredible location. We're looking for a highly organised and technically minded Technical Maintenance Planner & Scheduler to coordinate maintenance planning, compliance activities and asset management across our rides, facilities and infrastructure.

About the Role

Reporting to the Technical Services leadership team, you will be responsible for developing and managing preventative maintenance schedules, coordinating work orders, monitoring compliance requirements and supporting the long-term reliability of park assets.

Working closely with tradespeople, ride technicians, contractors and operational leaders, you'll ensure maintenance activities are planned, resourced and completed to the highest standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain preventative maintenance schedules across rides, attractions, facilities and infrastructure.
• Coordinate daily, weekly, monthly and annual maintenance activities.
• Schedule internal teams and external contractors to maximise efficiency.
• Manage maintenance work orders, priorities and resource allocation.
• Maintain asset registers, technical records and compliance documentation.
• Monitor critical inspections, certifications and statutory requirements.
• Support shutdown planning, refurbishment projects and capital works.
• Analyse maintenance performance and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Produce reports, KPI dashboards and maintenance performance metrics.
• Assist with spare parts planning, inventory control and procurement activities.
• Support the implementation and continuous improvement of maintenance management systems.

What We're Looking For

• 3+ years experience in maintenance planning, scheduling, asset management or technical administration.
• Strong organisational and coordination skills.
• Experience working within maintenance, facilities, engineering, construction or industrial environments.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced operational environment.

Highly Desirable

• Experience using, MEX, CMMS, EAM or maintenance management systems.
• Technical, engineering or trade background.
• Experience coordinating contractors and service providers.
• Power BI, reporting or data analysis experience.
• Experience within attractions, theme parks, facilities management, manufacturing or utilities.

Why Gumbuya World?

• Unique and exciting workplace unlike any other in Victoria.
• Work across rides, attractions, facilities, wildlife and infrastructure.
• Professional development and career growth opportunities.
• Team events, celebrations and recognition programs.
• Supportive leadership and collaborative team culture.
• Play a key role in delivering safe and memorable guest experiences.