Maintenance Planner

Recruiter:

Dananda Talent

Job Ref:

JHB000655/Mthun

Date posted:

Friday, October 17, 2025

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

Monthly

SUMMARY:
ð ï¸ Job Specification: Maintenance Planner

Our client is seeking a Maintenance Planner to ensure optimal equipment reliability and plant performance by proactively planning, scheduling, and coordinating all maintenance activities. The Maintenance Planner plays a pivotal role in minimizing downtime, improving asset longevity, and driving continuous improvement across maintenance operations.

POSITION INFO:

ð¯ Key Responsibilities

1. Maintenance Planning & Scheduling

Develop and manage preventive and predictive maintenance schedules.
Prioritize and sequence work orders using the CMMS.
Coordinate with production and maintenance teams to minimize operational disruptions.
Ensure availability of required tools, spares, and documentation before execution.

2. Job Card & CMMS Administration

Create, assign, and close job cards with complete technical documentation.
Maintain accurate records for compliance, audits, and performance analysis.
Monitor job completion, quality, and follow-up actions.

3. Technical Documentation & SOPs

Draft and update work instructions, SOPs, and safety protocols.
Maintain version control and ensure accessibility of documents.
Facilitate training sessions to embed best practices among technicians.

4. Reliability & Improvement Projects

Lead or support initiatives to reduce downtime and maintenance costs.
Analyze failure trends and recommend corrective actions.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement engineering solutions.

5. Performance Monitoring & Reporting

Track KPIs such as MTBF, MTTR, and equipment availability.
Generate weekly/monthly reports with actionable insights.
Highlight chronic issues and propose long-term solutions.

ð§ Required Qualifications & Experience

Grade 12 or equivalent.
National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
3–5 years’ experience in a maintenance planning role within a manufacturing or automotive environment.
Physically fit and medically cleared for industrial environments.
Proven ability to work independently and under pressure.

ð» Technical Skills

Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
Experience with CMMS platforms (e.g., SAP PM, Pragma, or similar).
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication.

ð¤ Personal Attributes

Self-motivated and proactive.
Detail-oriented with strong organizational discipline.
Adaptable to changing priorities and production demands.
Collaborative team player with a continuous improvement mindset.

ð Additional Information

Must comply with all company policies, safety, health, and environmental standards.
May be required to perform additional duties as assigned by management.

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