Maintenance Planning Engineer

Placements24; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Pension fund

Bonuses

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a skilled Maintenance Planning Engineer for a major gold mining operation in Klerksd, North West. You will develop and manage detailed preventive and predictive maintenance plans for mining equipment, coordinate repairs, and control spare parts inventory.

Ideal candidates hold a degree in mechanical/electrical/mining engineering with 4+ years in maintenance planning in heavy industry, and strong CMMS experience (SAP PM/Maximo). On-site role with career growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or National Diploma in Mechanical, Electrical, or Mining Engineering.
• Minimum 4 years of maintenance planning and execution experience in mining or heavy industry.
• Proven CMMS experience with SAP PM and/or Maximo.
• Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical mining systems.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement detailed preventive and predictive maintenance plans for mining and plant equipment.
• Schedule and coordinate all maintenance activities with minimal production disruption.
• Manage spare parts and consumables inventory for planned and unplanned maintenance.
• Supervise maintenance teams, including artisans and technicians, during repairs and overhauls.
• Conduct regular inspections and implement proactive solutions to issues.
• Analyze maintenance data to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and environmental standards in maintenance.
• Prepare maintenance budgets and track expenditures for cost-effectiveness.
• Utilize CMMS to manage work orders, assets, and generate reports.
• Collaborate with operations and engineering to optimize reliability and uptime.

Skills

Planning

Leadership

Problem-solving

Reading drawings

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's or National Diploma in Mechanical, Electrical, or Mining Engineering

Tools

CMMS (SAP PM)

CMMS (Maximo)

Job description

About the Role Our client, a major gold mining operation, is seeking a skilled and proactive Maintenance Planning Engineer to join their essential team in Klerksdorp, North West. This role is critical for ensuring the optimal performance and longevity of all mining equipment and plant machinery. You will be responsible for developing, implementing, and managing comprehensive maintenance schedules, coordinating repair activities, and ensuring the availability of spare parts. The ideal candidate will possess a strong mechanical or electrical engineering background, coupled with exceptional planning and organizational skills. This is a hands‑on position requiring a dedicated individual committed to maintaining high operational standards in a challenging industrial environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement detailed preventive and predictive maintenance plans for all mining and plant equipment.
• Schedule and coordinate all maintenance activities, ensuring minimal disruption to production schedules.
• Manage the inventory of spare parts and consumables, ensuring timely availability for planned and unplanned maintenance.
• Supervise and guide maintenance teams, including artisans and technicians, during repair and overhaul activities.
• Conduct regular inspections of equipment to identify potential issues and implement proactive solutions.
• Analyze maintenance data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement in maintenance strategies.
• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and environmental standards in maintenance operations.
• Prepare maintenance budgets and track expenditures, ensuring cost-effectiveness.
• Utilize CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) to manage work orders, track assets, and generate reports.
• Collaborate with operations and engineering departments to optimize equipment reliability and uptime.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree or National Diploma in Mechanical, Electrical, or Mining Engineering.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in maintenance planning and execution within the mining or heavy industrial sector.
• Proven experience with CMMS software (e.g., SAP PM, Maximo).
• Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical systems commonly found in mining operations.
• Excellent planning, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics.
• Good leadership and team management capabilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Knowledge of predictive maintenance technologies (e.g., vibration analysis, thermography) is advantageous.
• Must be based in or willing to relocate to Klerksdorp, North West.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive medical aid.
• A generous pension fund.
• Performance-related bonuses.
• This role provides the opportunity to work with state‑of‑the‑art mining equipment and contribute to a safe and efficient operation in Klerksdorp, North West, with opportunities for professional growth.