Planning Manager

Job Description

We are currently recruiting for a key leadership position based in Gladstone and looking for those interested in a fantastic opportunity to lead the maintenance planning team responsible for critical plant operations and contractor management, ensuring the effective management of key assets.

Why This Role?
You will oversee the maintenance planning process, ensuring all systems, processes, and plans are in place to manage daily and weekly activities. Your responsibilities will also include budget control, vendor performance monitoring, and fostering a positive safety culture. Additionally, you’ll have the opportunity to develop and mentor a skilled team, ensuring long-term success and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities Include:
- Leading the maintenance planning team, including plant, ancillary, and contractor management.
- Developing maintenance plans and ensuring cost control methods are in place.
- Maintaining and optimizing the SAP maintenance management system.
- Supporting the development of the maintenance budget and tracking key KPIs.
- Promoting safety culture and ensuring compliance with safety and environmental standards.
- Identifying opportunities for process optimization and continuous improvement.

What We’re Looking For:
- Strong leadership and team-building skills.
- Proven experience in heavy industrial maintenance and planning.
- Advanced knowledge of SAP systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Background in project management, budget setting, and tracking.
- Tertiary qualifications in engineering or a related discipline.

If you are looking to make a significant impact in a leadership role and contribute to the long-term success of a leading organization, this could be the perfect next step in your career.

To apply please send your resume, cover letter and qualifictions to civan.koiri@nesfircroft.com


With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.