Maintenance Plannner

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1.     Develop and Manage Preventive Maintenance Schedules

• Create and maintain preventive and predictive maintenance plans for all plant equipment.
• Ensure maintenance tasks are scheduled at optimal intervals to prevent downtime and extend asset life.
• Continuously update schedules based on equipment performance data and breakdown trends.

2. Coordinate Work Orders and Maintenance Activities

• Plan, prioritize, and allocate work orders to maintenance technicians.
• Ensure clarity of tasks by preparing detailed job instructions, safety steps, and required tools.
• Follow up on progress to ensure timely completion and minimal disruption to operations.

3. Maintain Accurate Maintenance Records and Documentation

• Capture all maintenance activities.
• Ensure work orders, maintenance logs, spares usage, and equipment histories are accurate and up‑to‑date.
• Generate maintenance reports for regulatory and internal use.

4. Estimate Resource Requirements and Prepare Job Plans

• Identify job requirements including manpower, tools, materials, consumables, and spare parts.
• Prepare bills of materials and ensure all resources are ready before scheduled work begins.
• Coordinate with the stores department to ensure parts availability.

5. Analyze Equipment Performance and Recommend Improvements

• Track equipment performance metrics.
• Identify recurring failures, analyze root causes, and work with the maintenance team to implement corrective actions.
• Recommend modifications or improvements to enhance reliability and efficiency.

6. Drive Compliance with Safety and Maintenance Standards

• Ensure all maintenance tasks follow safety protocols and statutory requirements.
• Support audits and inspections by providing accurate maintenance records.
• Promote a culture of safety by integrating safe working procedures into maintenance plans.

7. Collaborate with Cross‑Functional Teams

• Work closely with production, engineering, and procurement teams to align maintenance schedules with operational needs.
• Communicate upcoming maintenance activities and potential impacts on production.
• Support cross‑departmental initiatives related to asset care and plant reliability.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Diploma/Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Maintenance, or related field.
• Minimum 2–5 years’ experience in a maintenance planning or similar role in manufacturing, mining, or processing environments.
• Exposure to information systems such as Sage 300 People, SAP is an added advantage.
• Strong understanding of preventive and predictive maintenance strategies.
• Familiarity with maintenance safety standards and industrial regulations.

 ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

1. Strong planning, coordination, and scheduling skills.
2. Excellent analytical ability with a focus on data‑driven decision‑making.
3. Knowledge of mechanical and/or electrical systems within industrial environments.
4. Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
5. Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.
6. High attention to detail with strong documentation skills.
7. Proficiency in MS Excel and other planning tool