Maintenance Planner

Komatsu; eMalahleni; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the heavy equipment sector is seeking a Maintenance Planner based at the Sasol Secunda Shondoni Mine. The role involves planning and coordinating onsite projects to ensure equipment reliability and operational efficiency. Ideal candidates will have a strong technical background and several years of experience in maintenance, alongside relevant certifications.

Qualifications

• Experience in maintenance-related field required.
• Proficiency in CMMS software and intermediate Excel proficiency.
• Valid driver's license with own transport.

Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee long-term maintenance strategic plans.
• Schedule and coordinate maintenance work and resources.
• Monitor shortages and ensure timely completion of projects.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Leadership

Computer Literacy

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent qualification

Trade Qualification

Certified Maintenance Planner Certification

Tools

CMMS Software

SAP

Job description

Company Information

Komatsu is a world leader in manufacturing construction, mining, forestry, and industrial heavy equipment. Founded in 1921, Komatsu has a long history of quality, reliability, innovation, and excellence. Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Komatsu has facilities, distributors, and dealers in more than 140 countries and employs over 60,000 people. The company offers a diverse and challenging work environment where employees can grow their skills and careers and contribute to a sustainable, clean-energy future. If you are looking for a company that values your talent and potential, join a team that is shaping the world!

To learn more about Komatsu, visit our website at https://www.komatsu.com/

Job Overview

The position will be based at Sasol Secunda Shondoni Mine, reporting to the Administration Manager.

This role is responsible for planning, resourcing, and coordinating onsite project plans.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee long-term strategic plans for maintenance, ensuring equipment reliability through cost-effective methods to minimize risks and rework.
• Plan, resourcing, and coordinate onsite project plans effectively.
• Schedule and coordinate all maintenance work and resources required.
• Maintain and improve equipment availability and efficiency, supporting the maintenance team with scheduling and resourcing.
• Plan, schedule, and coordinate spares and labor for maintenance of Joy Continuous Miners, Joy Shuttle Cars, and LDVs.
• Ensure support equipment critical to maintenance strategy is reliable and available.
• Expedite units and parts to ensure on-time completion of planned work.
• Monitor shortages and provide delivery date information for planned maintenance and rebuild project parts, labor, and support.
• Verify job card information, identify repetitive events, new defects, and suggest improvements to tasks or processes.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Grade 12 or equivalent qualification.
• Technical background or trade qualification is advantageous.
• Certified Maintenance Planner (MPS) or similar certification.
• Several years of experience in a maintenance-related field.
• Proficiency in CMMS software.
• Valid driver’s license with own transport.
• Computer literacy: intermediate proficiency in Excel, Word, PowerPoint.
• SAP experience is an advantage.
• Strong analytical skills, including report writing and presentation.
• Accurate with strong organizational skills.

Additional Information

• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with customers.
• Ability to perform under pressure.
• Excellent time management and planning skills.
• Strong leadership qualities.
• Positive attitude towards safety, productivity, and cost improvements.
• Residing in Secunda, Trichardt, or Evander area is required.

Key Performance Behaviors

• Leadership, effective relationships, critical thinking, service orientation, drive for results, accountability, culture, adaptability, business acumen, collaboration, communication, courageous, authentic, customer focus, influence, innovation, operational excellence, problem solving, safety leadership, sense of responsibility, teamwork, technical/functional skills, sound judgment, and volume of work output.

Applicants whose skills, competencies, and experience best match the above requirements will be invited for an interview.