Maintenance Planner/Scheduler

CSL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Join a global leader in biotechnology and play a key role in supporting the maintenance and reliability of critical manufacturing and utility systems. We are seeking an experienced Maintenance Planner and a Scheduler to join the Maintenance & Utilities Operational Services team in Broadmeadows. This position is responsible for developing detailed maintenance job plans, coordinating resources and materials, and supporting the efficient execution of maintenance activities across a complex and highly regulated manufacturing environment. You will work closely with maintenance engineers, technicians, schedulers and contractors to ensure maintenance activities are planned effectively, safely, and in accordance with operational requirements and be responsible for developing and maintaining weekly maintenance schedules that optimize resource utilization and minimize plant downtime.

Requirements

Tertiary qualification in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical Engineering or a relevant post-trade technical qualification
Minimum 5 years' experience within maintenance, engineering or industrial operations
Experience working in a maintenance planning role within a manufacturing, processing or industrial environment
Experience scheduling maintenance activities in a processing or manufacturing environment using modern digital planning tools (e.g., SAP).
Strong knowledge of Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS)
Excellent organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word and Project
Ability to manage multiple priorities and respond effectively to changing business needs

Nice To Haves

Pharmaceutical, biotechnology, food manufacturing or other highly regulated industry experience
Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) requirements
Maintenance planning qualifications or recognized maintenance management training
Experience planning maintenance activities within process plants

Responsibilities

Develop detailed maintenance job plans and work packs
Develop clear, achievable weekly maintenance schedules in collaboration with maintenance and production teams
Create and manage work orders through the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)
Coordinate procurement and reservation of engineering materials, tools and equipment
Support maintenance scheduling through accurate planning and resource allocation
Track schedule compliance, analyze performance data, and propose improvements.
Conduct site inspections to determine maintenance scopes and requirements
Maintain equipment Bills of Materials (BOMs) and engineering master data
Develop isolation plans and support safe work systems
Monitor planning effectiveness and drive continuous improvement initiatives
Collaborate with maintenance teams to improve work execution and plant reliability