Maintenance Planner (Automotive)

Boikago Group; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

An international automotive manufacturer is seeking a Maintenance Planner for their plant in Kariega. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience in maintenance planning within the automotive sector, focusing on preventative maintenance systems. Responsibilities include ensuring efficient plant operations, analyzing breakdowns, and implementing continuous improvement processes. A Degree or National Diploma in a related field is required, along with strong project management and interpersonal skills. Competitive salary and relocation support offered.

Benefits

Medical Aid

Provident Fund

Bonus

Lease Vehicle

Leave

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience in maintenance planner role.
• Experience in automotive manufacturing maintenance.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Ensure maintenance of plant, machinery, and equipment.
• Implement continuous improvement in maintenance systems.
• Analyze plant stoppages and drive countermeasures.

Skills

Problem solving skills

Knowledge of FMEA

Interpersonal skills

Project management principles

Technical knowledge of PLC

Proficiency in MS Office

Education

Degree / National Diploma in Electrical, Mechanical and Mechatronics

Tools

Maximo

Job description

Maintenance Planner

Posting End Date - 05-Nov-2025

Position : Permanent -Staff (Kariega)

Basic Salary range : R35 000 R40 000 ( Relevant to experience)

Benefits : Medical Aid / Provident Fund / Bonus / Lease Vehicle / Leave

Relocation : Company will cover if out of town

JOB DETAILS

Our client is an international automotive OEM which produces vehicles in various countries and delivers them to customers in more than 100 markets worldwide. They are looking for a suitably qualified & experienced candidate to fill the Maintenance Planner position in the Assembly - Production based in Kariega.

Brief Role Description

A Maintenance Planner has to ensure that all plant, machinery and equipment is maintained to the needs of the Assembly Plant in a safe and efficient manner.

Possible Tasks within this Role

• Initiate and implement continuous improvement to plant, maintenance systems, machinery and equipment through processes to effect productivity or cost savings.
• Provide support to maintenance supervisors and managers with multi-disciplinary technical know-how on preventative maintenance methods and practices for electrical, mechanical, structural, etc.
• Develop, administer, maintain and drive PM and TPM systems for Assembly through Maximo and Shop Floor Management.
• Analyze major plant stoppages / breakdowns and drive countermeasures to prevent recurrence.
• Control maintenance schedules and systems to determine corrective action.
• Maintain facility manuals and technical data, calibration and / or other certifications in electronic and / or physical archive.
• Manage the cleaning contractor and processes for Assembly Operations to ensure an effective and efficient service is rendered.
• Develop, plan and update overall maintenance processes and activities that support preventative maintenance systems.

Qualification, Experience & skills requirements

• Degree / National Diploma in Electrical, Mechanical and Mechatronics
• 3-5 years experience in maintenance planner as well as preventative and predictive maintenance in an automotive manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of FMEA and its practical use in the maintenance environment including problem solving and root cause analysis skills.
• Good working knowledge of Health and safety regulations.
• Sound experience with production facilities such as filling equipment, conveyor systems, lifts, hoists etc.
• Demonstrate ability to coordinate with production, engineering and maintenance teams to plan work orders and minimize downtime.
• Sound knowledge of project management principles, practices and execution of complex projects. Technical knowledge and understanding of PLC and related instrumentation and drive systems.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint and Word, Projects, Outlook, Maximo).
• Strong interpersonal skills. Ability to communicate at all levels within local and international stakeholders.