Maintenance Planner - Ballarat
About the Role:
As a Maintenance Planner at Laminex, you will be instrumental in coordinating and planning maintenance activities across our Ballarat sites. This role is perfect for someone with a strong organisational mindset who thrives in a collaborative environment. You will be working closely with our maintenance teams, operations staff, and contractors to ensure that our facilities run smoothly, safely, and efficiently.
Your Day Will Involve:
* Leading the planning and scheduling of corrective (CM) and preventative maintenance (PM) work orders, liaising between site maintenance staff, operations, and contractors.
* Preparing maintenance plans for review and agreement with maintenance and operations teams, ensuring alignment with production planning requirements.
* Identifying the correct work instructions, parts, tools, labour, and equipment needed for each job.
* Ensuring timely completion of regulatory maintenance activities, including collecting and reviewing service reports and compliance documentation.
* Tracking planned vs. actual performance in work order management, including schedule compliance.
* Conducting formal planning meetings with all stakeholders.
* Promoting a safe workplace and fostering a culture of safety and compliance.
What Are We Looking For?
* A team player with strong organisational and problem-solving skills.
* Excellent communication skills and the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders.
* Hands-on experience in planning and leading maintenance activities, preferably within the manufacturing industry.
* A proactive approach with the ability to prioritise tasks and work within defined timeframes.
* An understanding of the governance and protocols related to purchasing, issuing, and maintaining spare parts inventory.
* Familiarity with maintenance regulatory requirements.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office and a sound understanding of Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) like MEX or similar.
* Demonstrated commitment to Occupational Health & Safety (OH&S) and workplace diversity.
Why Join Laminex?
At Laminex, we are committed to creating a workplace that celebrates our 90-year history while driving innovation for the future. As a proud part of the Circle Back Initiative, we value every application and are dedicated to providing feedback to our candidates. We offer a supportive environment with opportunities for growth, development, and work-life balance.
Ready to take the next step in your maintenance planning career? Apply now to join our team in Ballarat and be part of a company that values safety, teamwork, and excellence in everything we do!