Mine Maintenance Scheduler

MTW Employment Services; Greenstone; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the mining sector is seeking a Mine Maintenance Scheduler to manage weekly schedules and ensure compliance with safety policies. The role involves close collaboration with the maintenance team and stakeholders, requiring strong problem-solving and communication skills. The position is based in Geraldton, Ontario, on a 14-day rotation.

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience with computerized maintenance information systems.
• 5+ years’ experience with maintenance of mobile equipment.

Responsibilities

• Manage week-by-week schedules for the maintenance team.
• Adjust schedules based on operational needs and feedback.
• Conduct daily worksite visits for scheduled maintenance.

Skills

Problem Solving

Analytical Skills

Leadership

Communication

Education

Valid trade certificate

Tools

Microsoft Office

SAP

MS Project

Job description

We are seeking a Mine Maintenance Scheduler to join our team. Reporting to the Senior Mine Maintenance Planner, the Mine Maintenance Scheduler is responsible for supporting the Maintenance team by managing the week-by-week schedules.

This position is based in Geraldton, Ontario on a 14-day in/out rotation.

Key Responsibilities

• Be familiar with and adhere to all safety policies and best practices and develop work schedules in compliance with these policies. Always encourage a safe and productive workplace.
• Attend daily control meetings to be informed of operational changes, breakdowns, and found work.
• Adjust the daily and weekly schedules to accommodate the mine plan requirements and available labour.
• Review the breakdown backlog with the execution team, and schedule breakdown and corrective work accordingly.
• Develop the daily and weekly schedules in compliance with the operational needs and the priority of work.
• Lead the weekly maintenance scheduling meeting. Revise the schedules based on feedback from invested stakeholders.
• Review and verify all trades, parts, services, and support equipment required for approved planned work using the SAP CMMS and ensure their availability prior to the work being scheduled. Note any deficiencies or shortcomings to the Execution and Planning teams in advance of the work being scheduled.
• Review the active week’s schedule and work order statuses; confirm proper completion of work orders daily. Ensure the daily schedule reflects the real-world situation.
• Provide recommendations of frequently scheduled work, including re-scheduled/deferred work and re-work.
• Conduct daily worksite visits for scheduled maintenance. Support the execution team and update the work timeline to reflect the changing situation.
• Participate in pre-shutdown work meetings to ensure all stakeholders understand work activities, and conduct after action reviews to continually improve the work scheduling process.
• Communicate all changes to the schedule to all stakeholders consistently and accurately.

Required Experience and Skill Set

• 3+ years’ experience with computerized maintenance information systems and maintenance practice/methods is essential.
• 5+ years’ experience with the maintenance of mobile equipment.
• Strong skills with Windows and Microsoft Office, especially Outlook, Excel, and Word. Familiarity with MS Project is an asset.
• Experience with SAP or another modern CMMS is an asset.

Job Conditions

• Mining company/mine site experience is an asset.
• Strong problem identification, problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Able to maintain a high degree of confidentiality.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-motivated with track record of successfully working independently.
• Full proficiency in English.
• Strong verbal and written communications skills.
• Strong leadership skills and able to create a positive work environment.
• Willing to adapt and work in an inclusive work environment.
• Willing to perform repetitive tasks.
• Comfortable working at heights.

Certifications

• Valid trade certificate or equivalent professional work experience and education with maintenance work routines.