Maintenance Planner

Recruiter:

Green Marble Recruitment Consultants

Job Ref:

JHB002346/SS

Date posted:

Thursday, August 28, 2025

Location:

Howick, South Africa

Salary:

Annually

SUMMARY:

Maintenance Planner – Howick (KZN)
Join a top-tier mining products manufacturer as an exceptional Maintenance Planner.

National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (preferred) or Mechanical Trade qualification with extensive experience
Expertise in boiler and mixer plants, including installations and commissioning
Strong planning skills to ensure optimal equipment performance
Proactive problem-solver who excels under pressure
Commitment to precision, innovation, and continuous improvement

Apply now to join a high-performing team!

POSITION INFO:
Minimum Requirements:

Ideally, a National Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
Mechanical trade will be considered subject to a minimum of 5 years of experience in Maintenance Planning of Boilers.
Certified maintenance and reliability professionals - advantageous.
4-5 years of maintenance planning experience, specifically preventative maintenance.
4 - 5 Years experience on hydraulic equipment, boilers, and mixers.
Strong proficiency in Excel and planning.
ERP experience would be advantageous.

Job Description
As a Maintenance Planner, your key responsibilities will include:

Planning & Scheduling:

Develop and manage preventive and predictive maintenance schedules for heavy machinery.

Work Order Management:

Process, prioritise, and issue work orders with detailed documentation and a clear scope of work.
Review completed orders for quality assurance.

Inventory & Resource Management:

Maintain strategic stock levels for critical spare parts and high-wear components.
Coordinate procurement for cost-effective material sourcing.

Technical Documentation & Compliance:

Record maintenance activities, inspections, and equipment modifications.
Ensure adherence to regulatory standards and keep technical manuals up to date.

Analysis & Continuous Improvement:

Perform root cause analysis for major equipment failures.
Provide actionable insights for design and process improvements.

Collaboration:

Work closely with production, quality, engineering, and safety teams to align maintenance efforts with operational goals.

Reporting & KPI Management:

Track and report on maintenance KPIs such as equipment availability and MTBF.
Prepare monthly performance reports and suggest improvements.

Be a part of a dynamic team ensuring the seamless operation of critical equipment while fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement!

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