Maintenance Planner + / - 42K Pm

Dgl Hr; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading maintenance service provider in Cape Town seeks a Maintenance Planner to oversee the availability and performance of plant equipment. Responsibilities include developing preventative maintenance schedules, conducting asset assessments, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Ideal candidates have a degree in Mechanical Engineering and experience with SAP. This position offers a competitive remuneration package.

Qualifications

• Experience in maintenance planning in an industrial setting.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and maintenance standards.
• Ability to conduct root cause analyses for equipment failures.

Responsibilities

• Conduct asset assessments to identify potential failures.
• Develop and update Preventative Maintenance schedules.
• Train maintenance artisans on preventative maintenance.

Skills

Mechanical knowledge

Electrical systems understanding

Data analysis skills

Organizational skills

Education

Degree or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

Certificated Millwright

Certified SAP user

Tools

SAP Maintenance Module

Job description

Maintenance Planner – Location: Cape Town

JOB OBJECTIVE(S): Ensuring optimal availability and performance of the plant and equipment.

Ensure a high level of internal customer satisfaction through fast and effective service provisions.

Assist and support the Maintenance Manager.

EDUCATION

• Degree or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or similar.
• Certificated Millwright.
• Certified SAP user (Maintenance Module).

REGULATORY STANDARDS

Knowledge of Safety Regulations; Familiarity with occupational health and safety standards relevant to maintenance activities.

EXPERIENCE

• Several years of practical experience in maintenance planning, preferably in an industrial or manufacturing setting.
• Specific experience in developing and implementing preventative maintenance programs, including setting up schedules and integrating predictive maintenance technologies within the SAP environment.
• Ability to conduct thorough root cause analyses to identify and address the underlying causes of equipment failures.
• Fully proficient in using the SAP Maintenance Module.

MAIN TASKS / RESPONSIBILITIES

• Asset Assessment: Conducting thorough assessments of all machinery and equipment to identify components prone to wear and potential failure.
• Prioritizing critical assets and defining maintenance strategies based on their importance to production.
• Ensuring functional locations are updated and current.
• Developing Preventative Maintenance Schedules: Creating detailed schedules for routine inspections, lubrication, adjustments, and replacements of components to prevent breakdowns for existing and new equipment.
• Create check sheets as required and incorporate into the PM system, aligned with the machine OEM / Manuals.
• Predictive Maintenance Integration: Incorporating predictive maintenance technologies such as condition monitoring to anticipate and address issues before they become critical.
• Setting Maintenance Standards: Establishing and communicating maintenance standards and best practices for each piece of equipment.
• Collaborating with equipment manufacturers to stay updated on recommended maintenance procedures.
• Continuous Improvement of Plans: Regularly reviewing and updating preventative maintenance plans based on feedback, performance data, and changing operational conditions.
• Training and Awareness: Providing training to maintenance artisans on the importance of preventative maintenance and the specific procedures outlined in the plans.
• Performance Metrics and KPIs: Establishing key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of preventative maintenance plans.
• Budgeting and Cost Analysis: Working closely with finance teams to allocate budgets specifically for preventative maintenance activities.
• Statutory requirements: Maintain records including corrective actions for all statutory requirements (e.g., lifting equipment, pressure vessels).

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

• Adherence to Preventative Maintenance schedules.
• Results of statutory inspection audits.
• Completeness of Preventative Maintenance plans.
• Internal customer satisfaction.
• MTBF / MTTR.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

Effective communication and collaboration with maintenance technicians, engineers, and other stakeholders.

Strong documentation skills for maintaining accurate records, creating work orders, and developing comprehensive maintenance plans.

SKILLS

• Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical systems, equipment operation, and maintenance requirements.
• Proficiency in analyzing maintenance data, interpreting trends, and using data-driven insights to optimize preventative maintenance plans.
• Skills in organizing, planning, and coordinating maintenance activities efficiently.

Package & Remuneration

+/- 42k pm #J-