Introduction
This position will be based at the Mansourah Massarah Project in Saudi Arabia on an 8/4 rotation schedule.  
 
Description
The purpose of this position is to manage the Engineering Planning office to ensure minimum downtime using the Pragma On Key Computerized Maintenance Management System .  

Duties and Responsibilities

• The Maintenance Planner coordinates and monitors all engineering maintenance and planning activities relating to the Technical and Metallurgical processes within the Plant
• Complement planned work by gathering critical information (resources, spares and tools arranged) for effective and safe execution
• Continually evaluate and motivate critical spares to support equipment reliability during its life cycle
• Actively assist in managing the work backlog
• The job holder is responsible for establishing and maintaining an accurate and comprehensive asset register, the incumbent is also responsible for managing the plant critical spares in collaboration with Engineer and materials controller
• The job holder is also responsible for the administration of these activities to make a positive contribution to the attainment of the Operation strategic objectives
• Key to this position is the participation in team activities and acceptance of accountability for his/her personal role which will assure alignment with the engineering department’s quest for technical excellence
• The Maintenance planner is responsible for the planning of responsibilities with the Engineer. Organising and controlling is done with the relevant Foreman and Process personnel to ensure an efficient workflow
• He/she is also responsible to create a work environment in which all can perform to their full potential
• The incumbent executes a variety of activities and works to strict standards and procedures and is accountable for proper office management
• Coordinate with subordinates to provide coverage during sick leave or vacation
• In order for the Maintenance Planner to contribute towards the safe and efficient achievement of set production targets, he/she will responsible to:
• Compile and maintain computerized asset plan to ensure that it is up to date at all times
• Provide asset reports to the Plant Engineer on a periodical basis and as required
• Compile requisitions as and when necessary to ensure that special equipment is in stock for work required
• Conduct in-depth root cause analysis and report the findings thereof to the Plant Engineer when major failures occur
• Compile monthly reports from CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management) system and submit to respective parties
• Compile ad hoc reports as and when required by management or the client
• Optimize scheduled tasks based on historical plant equipment failures


Experience and Skills Requirements
• Expert knowledge of and training in the maintenance module ORACLE or other similar maintenance module.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a Maintenance Planning role
• English Language Proficiency 
• Computer literate in MS Office – Excel, Word, Power point, MS Projects
• Relevant planned maintenance system training, ORACLE would be an advantage
• Sound knowledge of Mining Engineering Codes of practices, policies and procedures.
• A good knowledge of machinery and equipment used on the relevant operations
• Understanding of engineering best practices and new technologies relating to engineering principles & processes
• Proven technical and maintenance capability
• Sound knowledge of Condition Monitoring practices
• Good working knowledge of Reliability-Centered Maintenance principles will be very advantageous
• Minerals Process Plant experience would be an advantage
• Experience in project planning and scheduling to include shut down planning in projects

Qualification Level
• Grade 12 or Equivalent
• Relevant Trade Test Certificate with 5 years’ experience as an Artisan and 2 years’ experience as a Foreman; or
• National Diploma Engineering with at least 5 years process plant experience