Maintenance Planner

Maintenance Planner required for a renowned automotive company based in Kariega 

The Maintenance Planner ensures that all plant, machinery, and equipment in the Assembly Plant are maintained safely and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Initiate and implement continuous improvement processes to enhance plant maintenance, machinery efficiency, and cost-effectiveness

• Support maintenance supervisors and managers with multi-disciplinary technical expertise on preventative maintenance for electrical, mechanical, structural, and related systems

• Develop, administer, and drive PM (Preventive Maintenance) and TPM (Total Productive Maintenance) systems using Maximo and Shop Floor Management

• Analyze major plant stoppages or breakdowns and implement countermeasures to prevent recurrence

• Control maintenance schedules and systems to determine corrective actions

• Maintain facility manuals, technical data, and calibration/certification records

• Manage cleaning contractors and processes to ensure effective service for Assembly Operations

• Develop, plan, and update maintenance processes that support preventative maintenance systems

Qualifications

• Degree or National Diploma in Electrical, Mechanical, or Mechatronics Engineering

Experience

• 3–5 years’ experience as a Maintenance Planner in an automotive manufacturing environment

• Hands-on experience with preventative and predictive maintenance

Essential Skills & Knowledge

• Knowledge of FMEA, problem solving, and root cause analysis in a maintenance environment

• Strong understanding of health and safety regulations

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