Maintenance Planner

The Maintenance Planner will initiate and implement continuous improvement to plant, maintenance systems, machinery and equipment through processes to effect productivity or cost savings.

Requirements

• Degree/National Diploma in Electrical, Mechanical and Mechatronics
• 3-5 years experience in maintenance planner as well as preventative and predictive maintenance in an automotive manufacturing environment
• Knowledge of FMEA and its practical use in the maintenance environment including problem solving and root cause analysis skills
• Good working knowledge of Health and safety regulations
• Sound experience with production facilities such as filling equipment, conveyor systems, lifts, hoists etc.
• Demonstrate ability to coordinate with production, engineering and maintenance teams to plan work orders and minimize downtime
• Sound knowledge of project management principles, practices and execution of complex projects
• Technical knowledge and understanding of PLC and related instrumentation and drive systems
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint and Word, Projects, Outlook, Maximo)
• Strong interpersonal skills. Ability to communicate at all levels within VWSA and with local and international stakeholders