Are you an experienced Maintenance Planner looking to make a significant impact in Defence projects? Kinexus, Australia's leading supplier of recruitment solutions to the Defence and Aerospace sectors, is seeking a proactive and skilled individual to join our team. As a Maintenance Planner, you'll work closely with the Planning Manager and project teams to develop work programs, schedules, and packages for complex maintenance activities.
This role is ideal for someone with hands-on experience in maintenance planning, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Work Programs & Schedules: Collaborate with the Planning Manager to develop and manage detailed work programs and schedules for all planned maintenance activities.Work Packages: Develop comprehensive work packages for survey and quote activities, defect rectifications, and engineering changes.Planning & Coordination: Oversee planning activities for all maintenance periods, working closely with the Supply Team, subcontractors, and project stakeholders.Project Close-Out: Assist in the successful close-out of projects alongside the project team, ensuring all documentation is completed and uploaded into AMPS.Reporting: Prepare and issue detailed reports on the status of work packages and overall maintenance activities.Continuous Improvement: Participate in lessons learned sessions, contributing to improvements in workforce productivity and planning efficiency.Procurement & SAP: Raise purchase requisitions for subcontracted work packages using SAP and support the execution of maintenance periods as part of a project team.SKILLS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED Planning Expertise: Demonstrated experience in maintenance planning within complex management programs, with a focus on accuracy and efficiency.Scheduling Tools: Familiarity with scheduling tools like MS Project or similar is highly regarded.AMPS Experience: Experience using AMPS or similar maintenance planning systems is essential.Communication & Stakeholder Engagement: Ability to work independently while maintaining strong communication with stakeholders and project teams.Problem Solving & Autonomy: Demonstrated ability to operate autonomously, using initiative and sound decision-making skills.QUALIFICATIONS Technical/Trade Background: Cert IV, diploma, or post-trade qualifications, with a strong technical or trade background.Work Package Development: Proven skills in developing complex work packages and planning, with a minimum of 3 years of experience in trade work planning activities, preferably in the marine industry.Computer Proficiency: Strong skills in maintenance management software (such as AMPS), as well as Excel and other MS Office programs.Project Environment Experience: Prior experience working in a project-driven environment is highly beneficial.Security Clearance: Must hold an active BASELINE Defence security clearance at a minimum.WHY KINEXUS? Industry Leader: Join a team that partners with some of Australia's largest Defence projects, driving innovation and delivering critical outcomes.Career Growth: Kinexus is dedicated to your professional development, offering opportunities to expand your skills and advance your career.Collaborative Team: Work in a supportive and positive team environment that values continuous improvement and productivity.ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS Australian Citizenship: Due to the nature of this role, Australian citizenship is required.Security Clearance: An active BASELINE Defence security clearance is mandatory.ABOUT KINEXUS
Kinexus has been providing recruitment solutions to the Defence and Aerospace sectors for over 23 years. We work with some of Australia's largest Defence projects and organisations, helping professionals find meaningful and impactful roles.
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