[Hiring] Maintenance Planner @Thiess

Role Description

The Maintenance Planner supports mining operations by planning and scheduling short- to medium-term maintenance for mobile and/or fixed plant equipment, infrastructure, and facilities. Working in alignment with OEM specifications, the role focuses on improving equipment availability, reducing unplanned downtime, and ensuring maintenance activities are completed safely, efficiently, and within budget.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ planning experience in fixed or mobile equipment planning
• Minimum of 5 years' of SAP software experience
• Expertise in set-up of ERP systems
• Understanding of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems within fixed plant or mobile assets
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in fixed plant equipment maintenance – crushing, material handling, mill/processing- or mobile maintenance equipment (haul trucks, excavators, drillers, support equipment)
• Surface mining experience
• Expertise in predictive and preventative maintenance techniques
• Experience with resource allocation and optimizing maintenance workforce efficiency
• Familiar with Office 365, including strong Excel skills and MS Project skills
• Use of Cat SIS and other OEM parts manuals
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Ability to work in a team-oriented environment while being self-motivated and proactive
• Ability to analyze equipment and processing performance data to identify trends and improvement areas
• Strong organizational and time management skills to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
• Valid US Driver’s License
• Authorization to work lawfully in the USA without sponsorship from Thiess
• Must be fluent in the English language

Requirements

• Able to live and work at high altitudes (12,000 ft. elevation) for a week at a time
• Able to work in extreme winter conditions with temperatures regularly below zero degrees Fahrenheit
• Work involves walking, standing, and climbing stairs or ladders to access field areas, equipment, and offices throughout the site
• May occasionally require bending, kneeling, or reaching to collect samples, perform inspections, or access workspaces
• Must be able to sit for extended periods while operating a vehicle or working at a computer
• Must maintain sufficient visual acuity and depth perception to operate vehicles and safely navigate active mining or construction environments
• Work is conducted in both office and outdoor site environments, with potential exposure to noise, dust, vibration, heat, cold, and uneven terrain
• Required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) such as hard hat, steel-toed boots, safety glasses, gloves, and high-visibility clothing when in designated areas
• Must be physically capable of safely performing the essential duties of the position with or without reasonable accommodation

Benefits

• Culture: Work within a values-driven organization that prioritizes safety, discovery, accountability, respect, and empowerment
• Allowances: Site allowances, including accommodation, meals, and travel considerations
• Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, and participation in 401k plan with company matching.
• Medical benefits include private health insurance with premium coverage for the employees and competitively subsidized private health insurance for immediate family
• Wellbeing: Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401K retirement savings benefit with employer matching contributions
• Development: Access to ongoing learning, development, and career advancement opportunities within Thiess’ global network
• PTO, Paid Holidays