Assistant Maintenance Planner

Elsa Talent Solutions Sdn. Bhd.; Sarawak; On-site; MYR 20,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A maintenance support firm in Malaysia seeks an experienced Assistant Maintenance Planner to aid in planning and scheduling preventive and corrective maintenance activities. Responsibilities include updating work orders and maintenance schedules, ensuring job readiness, and tracking maintenance KPIs. Candidates should have a diploma or degree in engineering and 1–3 years of relevant experience. Strong skills in coordination, documentation, and communication are essential. This role offers an opportunity to contribute significantly to maintenance efficiency.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in maintenance planning, coordination, or technical support roles.
• Familiarity with CMMS systems and basic maintenance planning principles.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and scheduling preventive and corrective maintenance activities.
• Prepare and update work orders, job plans, and maintenance schedules in the CMMS.
• Coordinate with maintenance, operations, and warehouse teams to ensure job readiness.
• Update maintenance records, job completion status, and asset history.
• Support tracking and reporting of basic maintenance KPIs.

Skills

Coordination skills

Documentation skills

Communication skills

Education

Diploma or Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or related engineering

Tools

CMMS systems

Job description

Job Overview:

The Assistant Maintenance Planner supports maintenance planning and scheduling activities to ensure timely and efficient execution of preventive and corrective maintenance works. The role assists in coordinating resources, maintaining maintenance records, and supporting maintenance performance monitoring.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in planning and scheduling preventive and corrective maintenance activities.
• Prepare and update work orders, job plans, and maintenance schedules in the CMMS.
• Coordinate with maintenance, operations, and warehouse teams to ensure job readiness.
• Update maintenance records, job completion status, and asset history.
• Support tracking and reporting of basic maintenance KPIs.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Diploma or Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or related engineering discipline.
• 1–3 years experience in maintenance planning, coordination, or technical support roles.
• Familiarity with CMMS systems and basic maintenance planning principles.
• Good coordination, documentation, and communication skills.