The Maintenance Planner is responsible for ensuring that all plant, machinery, and equipment within the Assembly Plant are maintained safely, efficiently, and in accordance with operational requirements. This role focuses on optimizing maintenance processes, improving equipment reliability, and minimizing downtime to support production performance. Key Responsibilities Initiate and implement continuous improvement initiatives across plant systems, machinery, and equipment to enhance productivity and achieve cost savings. Provide technical support to maintenance supervisors and managers by applying multi-disciplinary knowledge of electrical, mechanical, and structural maintenance methods. Develop, administer, and sustain Preventative Maintenance (PM) and Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) systems for Assembly using Maximo and Shop Floor Management tools. Analyze major plant stoppages and breakdowns , identify root causes, and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence. Control and monitor maintenance schedules and systems to ensure timely corrective and preventive action. Maintain up-to-date facility manuals, technical data, calibrations , and other certifications in both electronic and physical archives. Manage the cleaning contractor and related processes within Assembly Operations to ensure effective service delivery. Develop, plan, and update maintenance processes and procedures that support the overall preventive maintenance strategy. Qualification Requirements Degree or National Diploma in Electrical, Mechanical, or Mechatronics Engineering . Experience Requirements 35 years experience as a Maintenance Planner in an automotive manufacturing environment . Proven experience in preventive and predictive maintenance planning and execution. Essential Skills and Competencies Solid understanding of FMEA (Failure Mode and Effects Analysis) and its practical application in maintenance. Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis capabilities. In-depth knowledge of Health and Safety regulations . Hands-on experience with production facilities and systems , including filling equipment, conveyor systems, lifts, and hoists. Demonstrated ability to coordinate with production, engineering, and maintenance teams to plan work orders and reduce downtime. Strong foundation in project management principles , with experience executing complex projects. Technical knowledge of PLC systems , instrumentation, and drive systems. Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Projects, Outlook) and Maximo . Excellent interpersonal and communication skills , with the ability to engage effectively at all levels within the Group and with both local and international stakeholders.

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 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. Essentials 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 the company and with local and international stakeholders.