Please note this position is based in Saudi Arabia. The client will cover all Relocation Costs. The Maintenance Planner is responsible for planning, organizing, and scheduling all preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance activities to ensure optimal equipment reliability and minimal production downtime. This role requires strong technical knowledge, advanced planning skills, and the ability to coordinate effectively with engineering, operations, and maintenance teams. The Maintenance Planner will play a key role in improving maintenance efficiency and supporting long-term asset management strategies. 2. Minimum Qualifications Experience in planning and coordinating shutdowns/turnarounds in industrial or refinery environments. Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering (or related discipline). PMP Certification (Project Management Professional) is required . 5 to 7 years of experience in maintenance planning within industrial, manufacturing, or refinery environments. Strong knowledge of maintenance methodologies, reliability principles, and asset management best practices. Proficiency in Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS). 3. Key ResponsibilitiesMaintenance Planning & Scheduling Develop and maintain preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance schedules. Coordinate maintenance activities with operations to minimize downtime. Create detailed job plans including labor, materials, tools, permits, and safety requirements. Ensure all work orders are properly planned, prioritized, and resourced. Asset Management & Reliability Support Maintain equipment history records and ensure accurate data in CMMS. Support root-cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives. Assist in developing long-term maintenance strategies to improve equipment reliability. Monitor KPIs such as schedule compliance, backlog levels, and maintenance costs. Materials & Resource Management Prepare materials lists and coordinate with procurement and stores for spare parts availability. Optimize spare parts usage and identify critical spares. Review contractor scopes and support contractor coordination. Documentation & Reporting Prepare maintenance reports, planning updates, and performance analyses. Maintain accurate and organized planning documentation. Ensure all maintenance work follows safety procedures, QA/QC requirements, and regulatory standards. 4. Key Skills & Competencies Strong understanding of maintenance processes and industrial equipment. Excellent planning, scheduling, and coordination skills. Advanced proficiency in CMMS platforms. Ability to interpret engineering drawings, P&IDs, manuals, and specifications. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Effective communication and teamwork skills. Knowledge of project management principles aligned with PMP standards. 5. Preferred Qualifications Experience in oil & gas, petrochemical, power generation, or heavy industrial environments. Knowledge of reliability engineering tools (RCM, FMEA, RCA). Familiarity with international maintenance standards.

Key Responsibilities: Develop and maintain preventive maintenance schedules and detailed task checklists. Load, sequence, and track work orders on the CMMS / job-card system. Coordinate spare-parts availability and procurement. Lead or support reliability and cost-reduction improvement projects. Draft and maintain work instructions and standard operating procedures (SOPs) aligned with IATF 16949 requirements; deliver training to technicians. Administer job-card lifecycle: create, assign, update, and close work orders with accurate documentation. Monitor key metrics such as Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) and Mean Time to Repair (MTTR) and report findings to management. Ensure workplace cleanliness and adherence to all Health, Safety, and Environmental regulations. Minimum Requirements: Grade 12 or equivalent; National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or related field. 35 years experience as a Maintenance Planner in automotive or high-volume manufacturing. Familiarity with IATF 16949 standards and compliance requirements. Physically fit and able to pass occupational medical tests. Strong communication skills and sober habits. Ability to work under pressure and independently. Successful completion of company skills assessment (Score of 11 required). Skills & Competencies: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with an understanding of reliability metrics. Proficient in MS Office; experience with CMMS advantageous. Excellent technical writing, presentation, and training abilities. Self-motivated, proactive, flexible, and results-driven. Ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure.