Maintenance Planner

WesTrac; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in equipment management seeks a Maintenance Planner to oversee maintenance strategy for the Murrin Murrin site. The role encompasses resource planning, scheduling, and ensuring compliance with budgetary and contractual obligations. Ideal candidates will showcase over 5 years of experience and strong mechanical aptitude, alongside excellent communication skills, contributing to efficient operations and stakeholder alignment.

Benefits

Paid Parental Leave

Salary Sacrificing

Income Protection Insurance

Discounts with BUPA

Emergency Services Leave

Employee Share Purchase Plan opportunity

Qualifications

• Over 5 years' experience in maintenance planning.
• Proficient in AMT or similar asset management systems.
• Strong communicator with excellent customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the long-term maintenance strategy for the site.
• Coordinate resource planning to ensure parts and staffing availability.
• Optimize maintenance planning processes to enhance operational efficiency.

Skills

Communication

Analytical Thinking

Problem Solving

Time Management

Mechanical Aptitude

Tools

AMT or similar asset management systems

MS Office

Job description

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Reporting into the Contract Manager, the Maintenance Planner is responsible for developing, maintaining and optimising the short and long-term maintenance strategy for the Murrin Murrin site, in line with the budget and contractual obligations as set out in the contract document.

Roster: 8 Days on, 6 Days off 12.5 hours per day (including unpaid meal breaks)

Location: FIFO ex Perth to Murrin Murrin

What you’ll do:

• Develops and maintains the long-term maintenance strategy for the site, aligning with contractual obligations and budgetary requirements
• Forecasts long-term component needs and communicates these with stakeholders including the WesTrac Parts Exchange Supervisor, Contract Manager, Contract Supervisor and Client Representatives.
• Coordinates resource planning to ensure sufficient parts and staffing are available to support upcoming maintenance activities
• Performs short-term scheduling tasks (up to two weeks ahead)
• Optimises maintenance planning processes to enhance operational efficiency and reduce downtime
• Ensures clear and timely communication with all relevant stakeholders to maintain alignment and execution of the maintenance strategy

Skills and Experience:

• Over 5 years' experience in maintenance planning, with strong mechanical aptitude and quick grasp of technical concepts
• Proficient in AMT or similar asset management systems, with intermediate-level computer literacy (MS Office, internet applications)
• Strong communicator with excellent customer service and relationship-building skills
• Demonstrated ability to apply analytical thinking, problem solving, and negotiation in dynamic environments
• Sound understanding of financial principles, including budgeting and forecasting
• Highly organised with attention to detail, advanced time management and planning skills, and the ability to work both independently and in a team

Our Benefits inclusive of but not limited to:

• Financial Benefits – Paid Parental Leave & Secondary Carers Leave, Salary Sacrificing, Novated Leasing, Income Protection Insurance & More than 600 retail discounts such as Coles, Petbarn, Virgin, HOYTS & Crown.
• Health & Wellness – Discounts with BUPA, Fitness Passport to access multiple gyms across Australia & EAP access to support you and your immediate family.
• Culture & Career – Personal and Team Recognition (Made for More Awards), Internal Career Progression, Training & Upskilling through our award-winning WesTrac Institute.
• Recommend & Spend – Opportunity to receive a referral bonus up to $5000 for applicable roles.
• Additional Perks – Emergency Services Leave, Defence Force Reserves Leave & Employee Share Purchase Plan opportunity

Our Company & Commitment

With over 4,500 employees, WesTrac is one of the world's largest authorised Cat equipment dealers, offering a wide range of mining and construction equipment and management solutions.

At WesTrac, we reflect diverse communities, celebrate our people's diversity, and create a culture where employees feel safe to be their authentic selves. We encourage applications from First Nations people, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and those from culturally diverse backgrounds. WORK180 endorsed employer for our commitment to diversity, inclusion, and equality.