Maintenance Planner Clerk

Rheinmetall; Potchefstroom; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation with bonus

Medical schemes

Pension fund

Career development

Bursary schemes

Subsidized canteen

Job summary

Rheinmetall seeks a capable Maintenance Admin to support planning and scheduling for our Boskop site. You will assist the planner, manage SAP PM/MM tasks, track stock, and ensure compliance with ISO/SHE standards.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years in heavy industry admin, strong Excel and SAP experience, and a valid driver’s license. This role offers growth, pension, medical schemes, and a vibrant site culture.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 with Mathematics or equivalent, foundational business literacy.
• NQF Level 5 in Administration or Logistics is required.
• 3–5 years of admin experience in heavy industrial/engineering maintenance.
• Proficient SAP PM and MM modules with strong Excel skills.
• Analytical mindset, excellent organization, and detail orientation.
• Good communication across levels and driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Maintenance Planner to balance weekly schedules and artisan capacity.
• Review and close maintenance requests in SAP with high-quality feedback.
• Monitor backlogs and prepare weekly/monthly performance reports.
• Draw and track stock items; raise SAP purchase requisitions.
• Manage and archive legal/statutory inspection certificates.
• Coordinate documentation and site access for external contractors.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Work under pressure

Driver's license

Education

Grade 12 (Mathematics)

NQF Level 5 in Administration or Logistics

Tools

SAP PM

SAP MM

MS Office (Excel)

Job description

Ref.-Nr.: ZA00996Schedule type: Full TimeContract Type: Permanent PositionWHAT WE ARE LOOKING FORPURPOSE OF THE JOB: Assist the Maintenance Planner to provide a Maintenance Planning service for safe and efficient operations on the Boskop site.KEY PERFORMANCE AREASAssist the Maintenance Planner in balancing weekly schedules and artisan capacities.Review, verify, and close out maintenance requests on SAP, ensuring high-quality technical feedback.Monitor maintenance backlogs and compile weekly/monthly performance reports (e.g., PM compliance, breakdown rates).Draw and track stock items and raise purchase requisitions on SAP.Manage, track, and archive all legal and statutory inspection certificates to ensure continuous audit readiness.Coordinate documentation and site-access requirements for external engineering contractors.Adheres and implements Rheinmetall Denel Munitions Policies and Procedures and ensures compliance to ISO Standards with respect to SHE/Quality/Environmental/EnergyWHAT QUALIFICATIONS YOU SHOULD HAVEPOST REQUIREMENTSGrade 12 (with Mathematics) or equivalent qualification.NQF Level 5 in Administration or Logistics.At least 3–5 years of administration within a heavy industrial or engineering maintenance department.Advanced proficiency in MS Office (especially Excel) and comprehensive operational knowledge of SAP PM (Plant Maintenance) and MM (Materials Management) modules.Strong analytical capabilities, excellent organizational skills, and high attention to detail.ability to communicate effectively across all levels, assertively follow up with technical teams, and work under pressure.Knowledge of the Explosives ActValid driver’s licenseWHAT WE OFFER YOUCompetitive compensation package with incentive bonus and pension fundMedical SchemesStable employer backgroundOpportunity to work on major projects within our Weapons and Ammunition DivisionExtensive Employee Assistance Program to support overall health and wellbeingCareer development and progress opportunitiesIndividual and diverse training opportunities and programs (Bursary Schemes)Subsidized canteen on site with themed days and multiple dietary optionsInnovative and dynamic working environment and cultureWork as part of a team with real purpose in what we doParticipation in (international) Rheinmetall activities and events