Maintenance Planner and Scheduler

Greenfire Resources; Fort McMurray; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Greenfire Resources seeks a Maintenance Planner and Scheduler for our Fort McMurray facility. This full-time role focuses on scoping, planning, and scheduling maintenance, CMMS administration, and training. The incumbent collaborates with stakeholders to improve asset management, maintenance strategies, and KPI reporting.

The role requires extensive experience, MAXIMO proficiency, and strong communication skills to ensure efficient, safe operations and alignment with budgets and schedules.

Qualifications

• 10+ years Journeyman experience in relevant trades.
• Journeyman certificate or equivalent; engineering degree considered.
• 5+ years Oil & Gas maintenance planning and scheduling experience.
• Strong MAXIMO knowledge and planning/scheduling skills.
• Understanding of maintenance philosophies and KPI reporting.
• Excellent written and oral communication; analytical problem solving.
• Advanced education such as MMP or CMRP is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage CMMS data, system administration and user training.
• Lead planning and scheduling of mechanical, electrical and instrumentation work.
• Develop cost/time estimates and participate in budget processes.
• Coordinate with supply chain to secure spares and contracts.
• Generate maintenance KPI reports and schedule optimization.
• Support turnaround planning and progress reporting.

Skills

Journeyman experience

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Planning & scheduling

Communication skills

Education

Journeyman certificate / Millwright / Electrician

Engineering degree

MMP/CMRP desirable

Tools

MAXIMO

MS Office

Planning software/tools

Job description

Position: MAINTENANCE PLANNER AND SCHEDULER

The Maintenance Planner and Scheduler will handle scoping, planning and scheduling of all maintenance work, and CMMS (Maximo) administration & training. The incumbent will participate with implementing improvements to the Maintenance & Asset Management Work Processes, Maintenance Strategies, and KPI reporting. This role will work closely with internal and external stakeholders.

This is a full-time, permanent position based out of Greenfire Resources Fort McMurray Production Facility based on a 7/7 or 14/14 rotation.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Reporting to the Maintenance Manager

Responsibilities of this role include, but are not limited to:

• Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) system and data management
• Overall management of the CMMS, technical support and training to user groups
• Maintaining accuracy of equipment maintenance history and job records database, updating equipment and spare parts data
• Governs over the work request and work order life cycle management
• Ensures executed work orders are properly documented and closed out per company standards and industries best practices
• Planning and scheduling of the Routine/PM/PdM Mechanical and E&I maintenance activities
• Collaborates with internal stakeholders to define and refine scope of work for repairs
• Develops cost and time estimates of planned maintenance work, participates in the maintenance budget development process
• Collaborates with maintenance supervisors to schedule manpower and resources for the most effective production and maintenance outcomes
• Coordinate with Supply Chain to ensure all required spares, materials and service contracts to execute jobs as per the Work Order scope and schedule
• Participates with the improvement of the Asset Management work processes and maintenance strategies for diverse mechanical, electrical and instrumentation equipment, and systems
• Generates Maintenance Locked and Draft Schedules, Maintenance Management Reports / Key Performance Indicators (KPI) - Planning, schedule & PM compliance, PM/CM ratio, Budget Compliance, Manpower Utilization, Bad Actor Report, Equipment Reliability & Availability etc.
• Supports turnaround maintenance planning & scheduling, executes progress monitoring & reporting
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as required

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND SKILL SET:

• 10+ years Journeyman experience (Millwright/Electrician/Instrumentation/Pipefitter)
• Journeyman Millwright/Electrician Certificate, Technical Diploma, or Engineering Degree
• 5+ years’ Oil & Gas experience in Maintenance Planning and Scheduling; Thermal/SAGD experience preferred
• Strong knowledge and experience with MAXIMO, planning and scheduling tools, and MS Office suite
• Comprehensive knowledge of Maintenance Management Philosophies (e.g., Planning/Scheduling Preventative/Predictive Maintenance, Task Skill Requirements, Project Planning, Change Management Processes, Business Unit Structure, Equipment Hierarchy Knowledge)
• Strong interpersonal skills combined with effective written and oral communication skills
• Proven problem solving and analytical skills
• Advanced education such as MMP (Maintenance Management Professional) or CMRP (Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professional) highly desired

CORE COMPETENCIES:

• Builds Personal Leadership, continually builds self-awareness and leadership effectiveness
• Develops People & Greenfire Culture, demonstrates an unwavering commitment and investment in developing individuals, teams, our culture, and values
• Fosters Collaboration, builds strong and trusting internal relationships by modelling and supporting collaboration across the company
• Champions Business Excellence, leverages creative thinking, business insight and financial acumen to build operational efficiency and long-term business success
• Shapes Vision & Strategy, strategies that are aligned with Greenfire and will support the overall vision of the company. Executing on the short and long-term strategies to create a thriving and sustainable business

Why Greenfire?

Greenfire Resources is a recognized oil sand sector leader known for driving innovation and operational excellence. We focus on developing and operating sustainable projects that deliver long-term value for our stakeholders while respecting the environment. Greenfire is committed to fostering an environment where talented professionals can thrive, advance their careers, and contribute to a company shaping a more sustainable future for Alberta’s oil sands.

* Compensation commensurate with experience *

Greenfire expressly reserves the right to change, modify or delete portions of this Job Description based on business needs.