Howick: Maintenance Planner

Minimum Requirements: Ideally, a National Diploma or Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering. Mechanical trade will be considered subject to a minimum of 5 years of experience in Maintenance Planning of Boilers. Certified maintenance and reliability professionals – advantageous. 4-5 years of maintenance planning experience, specifically preventative maintenance. 4 – 5 Years experience on hydraulic equipment, boilers, and mixers. Strong proficiency in Excel and planning. ERP experience would be advantageous. Job Description As a Maintenance Planner, your key responsibilities will include: Planning & Scheduling: Develop and manage preventive and predictive maintenance schedules for heavy machinery. Work Order Management: Process, prioritise, and issue work orders with detailed documentation and a clear scope of work. Review completed orders for quality assurance. Inventory & Resource Management: Maintain strategic stock levels for critical spare parts and high-wear components. Coordinate procurement for cost-effective material sourcing. Technical Documentation & Compliance: Record maintenance activities, inspections, and equipment modifications. Ensure adherence to regulatory standards and keep technical manuals up to date. Analysis & Continuous Improvement: Perform root cause analysis for major equipment failures. Provide actionable insights for design and process improvements. Collaboration: Work closely with production, quality, engineering, and safety teams to align maintenance efforts with operational goals. Reporting & KPI Management: Track and report on maintenance KPIs such as equipment availability and MTBF. Prepare monthly performance reports and suggest improvements. Be a part of a dynamic team ensuring the seamless operation of critical equipment while fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement!