SUMMARY:
Maintenance Planner – Mining Industry
One of our clients, a leading mining organisation, is seeking an experienced Maintenance Planner to join its operations based in Marikana, Rustenburg, North West. The successful candidate will be responsible for planning, coordinating and scheduling maintenance activities for mining equipment, machinery and plant infrastructure to ensure optimal equipment availability, reliability and operational efficiency. The role requires strong technical knowledge of maintenance planning, work management systems, spare parts coordination and preventive maintenance strategies. The successful candidate will work closely with engineering, maintenance, operations, procurement and warehouse teams to ensure maintenance activities are completed safely, efficiently and within planned schedules and budgets.
POSITION INFO:
Minimum Requirements Grade 12 (Matric). National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Maintenance Management or a related technical field. Minimum of 5-8 years' experience in maintenance planning within the mining, heavy industrial, manufacturing or mineral processing environment. Proven experience planning and scheduling maintenance activities for mining equipment, machinery or processing plant infrastructure. Experience developing preventive, predictive and corrective maintenance plans. Strong knowledge of maintenance work management processes, equipment reliability and maintenance scheduling. Experience using Computerised Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) or ERP systems such as SAP PM, Pragma, Maximo or similar platforms. Knowledge of maintenance work orders, equipment history, job plans, bills of materials and spare parts requirements. Experience coordinating maintenance resources, labour, contractors, tools and materials. Ability to interpret engineering drawings, equipment manuals, technical specifications and maintenance procedures. Understanding of planned maintenance shutdowns, breakdown maintenance and critical equipment management. Strong planning, scheduling, organisational and problem-solving skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, and maintenance reporting systems. Good communication and stakeholder coordination abilities. Understanding of occupational health and safety requirements within a mining environment. Willingness to work on-site in Marikana, Rustenburg, North West . Roles and Responsibilities Maintenance Planning & Scheduling Develop detailed maintenance plans and schedules for mining equipment, machinery and plant infrastructure. Plan preventive, predictive and corrective maintenance activities to maximise equipment availability and reliability. Review maintenance requests, work orders and equipment condition reports to determine job requirements and priorities. Establish job plans outlining labour requirements, tools, materials, estimated work hours and maintenance procedures. Coordinate weekly and daily maintenance schedules in collaboration with engineering and operations teams. Prioritise maintenance activities according to equipment criticality, operational requirements and safety considerations. Plan maintenance shutdowns and major equipment overhauls in accordance with operational schedules. Monitor planned versus actual maintenance performance and identify opportunities for improvement. Work Order Management Review, prepare and maintain maintenance work orders within the CMMS or ERP system. Ensure work orders contain accurate technical information, job instructions, labour estimates and material requirements. Maintain equipment maintenance histories and ensure all maintenance activities are documented. Follow up on outstanding work orders and ensure maintenance backlogs are properly managed. Identify recurring equipment failures and coordinate corrective maintenance planning. Ensure completed work orders are closed accurately and timeously. Materials & Resource Coordination Identify and confirm spare parts, tools, consumables and equipment required for planned maintenance activities. Liaise with Procurement and Warehouse teams to ensure materials are available before scheduled maintenance begins. Monitor the availability of critical spares and identify potential material shortages that could affect maintenance schedules. Coordinate labour requirements, specialist contractors and external service providers. Ensure maintenance teams have the necessary resources and technical information to complete scheduled work. Identify long-lead items and escalate potential supply delays that could affect equipment availability. Shutdown & Breakdown Planning Develop maintenance plans and schedules for planned shutdowns, overhauls and major repair activities. Coordinate shutdown scope, labour, equipment, materials and contractor requirements. Work with engineering and operations teams to minimise downtime and ensure efficient execution of maintenance activities. Review breakdown reports and incorporate corrective actions into future maintenance plans. Track shutdown progress against approved schedules and identify potential delays. Participate in post-shutdown reviews to identify lessons learned and improve future planning. Equipment Reliability & Performance Monitor equipment availability, reliability, maintenance compliance and downtime trends. Analyse maintenance history to identify recurring failures and opportunities for preventive action. Support root cause analysis investigations by providing maintenance records and historical data. Assist engineering teams in developing strategies to improve equipment reliability and reduce unplanned downtime. Identify opportunities to optimise maintenance intervals, job plans and resource utilisation. Maintain accurate equipment registers, maintenance schedules and supporting technical documentation. Reporting & Administration Prepare weekly and monthly maintenance planning and performance reports. Monitor maintenance KPIs, including schedule compliance, planned versus unplanned maintenance, backlog levels and equipment downtime. Maintain accurate maintenance schedules, work order records and resource forecasts. Track outstanding work orders and communicate potential risks to maintenance management. Provide regular updates on maintenance progress, resource constraints and material availability. Support maintenance audits and ensure compliance with maintenance procedures and recordkeeping requirements. Safety, Compliance & Stakeholder Coordination Ensure maintenance plans incorporate applicable health, safety, environmental and quality requirements. Verify that job plans include appropriate safety precautions, permits, isolation requirements and risk assessments where applicable. Coordinate with Engineering, Operations, Procurement, Warehouse and Maintenance teams to align maintenance activities with production requirements. Ensure maintenance activities comply with approved procedures, manufacturer recommendations and statutory requirements. Participate in maintenance planning meetings and operational reviews. Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance maintenance efficiency, equipment reliability and operational performance. Closing Date: Submissions for this vacancy will close on 20 October 2026. Late applications may still be considered until 11 November 2026. Please Note: Thank you for submitting your CV to Marvel Placement Consultants. 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