Maintenance Planner

About the Role

As a Maintenance Planner at Cement Australia, based in Gladstone, Queensland, you will oversee the coordination and scheduling of maintenance activities across electrical, mechanical, and contracted workstreams. Your role is pivotal in ensuring the seamless operation of key plant assets such as clinker kilns, mills, and other cement processing equipment by developing comprehensive maintenance plans from routine weekly tasks to extensive shutdowns.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and scheduling of maintenance tasks for electrical, mechanical, and contractor work to guarantee equipment is maintained per specifications, supporting expected plant performance.
• Maintain accurate data and work orders within the SAP Plant Maintenance system, reflecting schedules and resource needs, including job generation and closeout.
• Collaborate with the Reliability team to analyze equipment failures, update maintenance strategies, and improve planning processes to prevent recurring issues.
• Manage maintenance backlog, review key performance indicators, ensure all equipment modifications are reflected accurately in systems and Bill of Materials.
• Steer shutdown planning through all phases—preparation, execution, and post-activity—ensuring detailed plans are analyzed for conflicts and corrected, supported by progress metrics (S curves).
• Work closely with Reliability Engineers, team leads, and Area Coordinators to create work scopes, execution plans, and cost estimates for significant projects.
• Advocate for continuous improvement initiatives to enhance plant efficiency, processes, and team performance.
• Support site safety by scheduling tasks aligned with Safety, Health and Environment (SHE) KPIs, incorporating necessary SHE documentation in maintenance orders and verifying contractor compliance.

Candidate Profile

• Demonstrated experience in maintenance planning within heavy manufacturing or mining industries.
• Strong knowledge of maintenance management systems and work management procedures.
• Proficiency with SAP Plant Maintenance CMMS is highly advantageous.
• Possession of a trade qualification in Mechanical or Electrical disciplines, or an Engineering degree preferably in Mechanical or Electrical engineering.
• Advanced competency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience in planning complex shutdowns or projects using MS Project is preferred.
• Excellent prioritization skills and ability to handle multiple conflicting demands while collaborating with diverse stakeholders.
• Sound understanding of budgeting processes including planning, tracking, and forecasting.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, comfortable engaging with all levels of an organization.
• Flexible, motivated, and eager to advance professionally with the capability to influence and drive change.

What Cement Australia Offers

• An inclusive work environment valuing authenticity and diversity.
• Paid parental leave options, including 12 weeks for primary carers and 1 week for partners.
• Opportunities for novated leasing to purchase vehicles at discounted rates.
• Exclusive discounts on home improvement and cement-related products.
• A salaried day off option each month with the possibility of a 19-day work month.
• Health and wellness benefits such as discounted health insurance, Employee Assistance Programs, and reimbursements up to $1000 yearly for gym memberships or travel vouchers.

Additional Information

• The recruitment process includes reference checks, pre-employment medical examinations, and background verification.
• Cement Australia is committed to equal opportunity employment and invites applications from Australian residents with the right to work.
• Applicants must apply directly; recruitment agencies are not considered at this time.

About Cement Australia

With decades of experience, Cement Australia is the country's foremost provider of cementitious products and related services. Operating nationwide with expanded manufacturing and distribution networks, the company plays a key role in supporting Australia's construction and infrastructure sectors. The company's operations extend beyond cement production to include mining, logistics, and sustainable waste management solutions through innovative partnerships. Cement Australia emphasizes empowering employees with tools and opportunities to make meaningful contributions toward a safer, healthier, and environmentally responsible future.