Senior Maintenance Planner

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Bonuses

Hybrid work

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Maintenance Planner based in Randburg, Gauteng, ZA. You will develop and manage maintenance strategies for plant equipment and facilities, coordinating preventive, predictive, and corrective activities while optimizing resources.

The role combines strategic analysis from a remote setting with essential on-site collaboration. You will analyze maintenance data, track KPIs, and lead cross-functional teams to minimize downtime and reduce costs, while ensuring

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in maintenance planning, scheduling, or reliability engineering within manufacturing/industrial environments.
• Experience with CMMS software (SAP PM, Maximo, Oracle).

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain long-term and short-term maintenance plans and schedules for all plant equipment and facilities.
• Coordinate and schedule preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance activities, optimizing resource allocation.
• Utilize CMMS to track work orders, manage asset history, and analyze maintenance data.
• Collaborate with engineering, production, and operations teams to identify critical equipment and develop maintenance strategies.
• Analyze maintenance reports and KPIs to identify trends, inefficiencies, and improvement areas.
• Ensure availability of spare parts and materials for planned maintenance.
• Contribute to reliability-centered maintenance programs.
• Provide technical guidance to maintenance technicians and supervisors.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Assist in budgeting for maintenance operations and controlling costs.

Skills

CMMS proficiency

Analytical skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Data interpretation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

SAP PM

Maximo

Oracle

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent player in the manufacturing sector, is seeking an experienced Senior Maintenance Planner to join their operational excellence team based in Randburg, Gauteng, ZA. This role is pivotal in developing, implementing, and managing comprehensive maintenance strategies to ensure the optimal performance and longevity of production machinery and facility assets. You will be responsible for creating detailed maintenance schedules, coordinating resources, and analyzing maintenance data to drive continuous improvement. This position offers a hybrid work arrangement, allowing for strategic planning and data analysis from a remote setting, complemented by necessary on-site visits for assessments and team coordination. The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical skills, a deep understanding of maintenance best practices, and excellent organizational abilities. You will play a key role in minimizing downtime, reducing operational costs, and ensuring a safe working environment. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute significantly to operational efficiency within a reputable organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain long-term and short-term maintenance plans and schedules for all plant equipment and facilities.
• Coordinate and schedule preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance activities, optimizing resource allocation (personnel, parts, equipment).
• Utilize Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) to track work orders, manage asset history, and analyze maintenance data.
• Collaborate with engineering, production, and operations teams to identify critical equipment and develop appropriate maintenance strategies.
• Analyze maintenance reports and key performance indicators (KPIs) to identify trends, inefficiencies, and areas for improvement.
• Ensure the availability of necessary spare parts and materials for planned maintenance activities.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of reliability-centered maintenance (RCM) programs.
• Provide technical guidance and support to maintenance technicians and supervisors.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations related to maintenance activities.
• Assist in budgeting for maintenance operations and controlling maintenance costs.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial) or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in maintenance planning, scheduling, or reliability engineering within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Proven experience with CMMS software (e.g., SAP PM, Maximo, Oracle).
• Strong understanding of various maintenance strategies, including preventive, predictive (vibration analysis, thermography), and RCM.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and data interpretation skills.
• Proficiency in developing detailed work plans and schedules.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment, balancing remote and on-site responsibilities.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and best practices in industrial maintenance.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical aid, retirement fund, and performance-based bonuses. This hybrid role provides a flexible work arrangement, combining remote strategic work with essential on-site collaboration. You will have opportunities for continuous professional development and career advancement within a leading manufacturing organization. Join a dedicated team in Randburg, Gauteng, ZA, focused on driving operational excellence and ensuring the highest standards of maintenance. Contribute to a safe and efficient working environment through strategic planning and execution.