Maintenance Planner ANZSCO 312911: Job, Salary & Visas

Maintenance Planner ANZSCO Code 312911

A Maintenance planner is a vital component that will make sure that machines, equipment and facilities are working efficiently through organising, planning and coordinating the maintenance tasks. They are mainly tasked with planning preventive and corrective maintenance actions that reduce downtime, increase reliability and facilitate the smooth performance of operations in industrial, commercial, or manufacturing operations. Maintenance Planners will start with the analysis of the history of equipment, performance records, and the manufacturer's manual to identify the most efficient maintenance schedules. They come up with elaborate work plans, which state labour needs, equipment, materials, safety methods and time approximations. They can be used to prepare proper and well outlined instructions, which empower maintenance teams to perform their duties safely, effectively and with minimum production interruptions.

The large position of the job is ensuring proper documentation of inspection, repairs and the conditions of equipment. Computerised maintenance management systems help Maintenance planners to monitor work orders, asset performance, anticipate the maintenance requirements and produce reports to management. Such a data-based approach enables the recognition of existing problems, decision-making and enhancement of long-term asset reliability. They also work hand in hand with the maintenance technicians, engineers, production teams and external contractors so as to have all activities coordinated and resources available. Good communication will be important, particularly in organising shutdowns, task prioritisation or the maintenance schedule matching the needs of operation.

Maintenance Planners have a major role to play in enhancing safety at the workplace. They make sure that the maintenance activities are conducted in accordance with safety standards, risk evaluation and regulations and contribute to the prevention of accidents and the maintenance of the workforce. This role requires strong organisational skills, technical knowledge, attention to detail and being able to predict the equipment requirements. Maintenance planners contribute to lower cost, fewer failures of equipment and even continuity of operations of organisations by integrating strategic planning and practical knowledge. They play a crucial role in ensuring long-term asset performance and a safe, reliable and efficient working environment.

Skill Level:	2
Alternative Tittle:	Maintenance Scheduler, Shutdown Coordinator, Shutd
Migration Strategy:	CSOL
ANZSCO Code:	312911

Maintenance Planner Job Description, Responsibilities, and Education Requirements

In Australia and New Zealand

Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below. AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma or Diploma, NZ Register Diploma. At least three years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications listed above. In some instances, relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.

Tasks include-

Identifying reliability issues and working to implement solutions;
Assisting with the development and maintenance of engineering standards;
Maintaining a safe system of work in the workplace by complying fully with standards and policies, and all relevant legislation requirements;
Writing job plans, workflow processes and undertaking reviews and audits;
Utilising the CMMS system for running reports, records management, tracking and general maintenance;
Developing and implementing effective preventative maintenance and reliability systems to maximise plant efficiencies;
Planning maintenance activities, such as preventative maintenance, schedules and maintenance shutdowns;
Utilising and implementing continuous improvement processes with the aim of reducing plant downtime and increasing plant availability through effective processes.
Spare parts procurement and inventory management;
Ensuring accurate monitoring of project costs, work and scheduling;
Providing leadership in the site maintenance planning process.