Maintenance Planner

Location: melbourne
Job Type: temporary
Salary: Hourly Rate
Contact: Aimee Walsh
Seeking an experienced Maintenance Planner to join a leading food manufacturing business based in regional Victoria for a temporary contract of 8–12 weeks. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in supporting critical maintenance operations in a high-performing production environment leading up to and during a shutdown period.

About the Role
Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, you will be responsible for the planning, scheduling, and coordination of all maintenance activities to ensure minimal disruption to production. Your attention to detail and strong system skills will help drive efficiency and maintain compliance with preventive maintenance schedules.

Key Responsibilities include:
  • Create and manage service purchase orders (POs)
  • Maintain and monitor SAP work orders and ensure timely completion
  • Schedule and coordinate preventive maintenance (PM) activities
  • Liaise with contractors and service providers as the key point of contact
  • Work closely with the maintenance and operations teams to align priorities

About the Company

This regional manufacturing business is a key player in the food production sector, known for delivering high-quality products to both local and global markets. With a strong focus on operational efficiency, sustainability, and continuous improvement, the company values collaboration, safety, and innovation across all areas of the business. Operating in a fast-paced environment, it offers a supportive workplace culture and opportunities to contribute to a dynamic and essential industry.

About You

To succeed in this role, you'll bring:
  • Prior experience as a Maintenance Planner or Scheduler, ideally in a manufacturing setting
  • Strong SAP skills (essential)
  • Excellent organisational and communication abilities
  • The ability to work autonomously and manage multiple priorities
  • A proactive, hands-on approach to problem solving
What’s on Offer
  • Immediate start in a well-established, respected food manufacturing company
  • Competitive hourly rate
  • Supportive team culture in a dynamic operational environment
  • Beautiful regional location with a strong sense of community

How to Apply

I'd love to hear from you - get in touch with me today on 0483 948 670 or send your CV to aimeew@sde.com.au


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