Mechanical Planner/Scheduler

Job No: KAR2046
Location: Perth

Karara Mining Limited (KML) is an Ansteel Group company formed as a joint venture with Gindalbie Metals Limited. Ansteel is one of the largest iron ore producers and steel makers in China. Located 200km south-east of Geraldton, Western Australia, Karara is the largest mining operation and the first major magnetite mine in the Mid-West. It produces a premium, high-grade concentrate product for export to steelmakers.
  • We are a short commute (45 minutes) from Perth to our purpose-built airstrip
  • Family friendly rosters giving you more time at home and less time travelling
  • Being closer to Perth the mid-west offers a more temperate climate than the Pilbara region
  • Airport parking for FIFO employees

The opportunity

We are currently seeking an experienced Mechanical Planner/Scheduler, responsible for maintaining the preventative and predictive mechanical maintenance strategy including; effectively planning and scheduling work to provide optimum equipment reliability.

This role operates on an 8 days on, and 6 days off continuous day shift roster.

To be successful in this role the following is essential:

  • Mechanical Trade qualification and/or proven maintenance experience
  • WA "C" Class driver's licence
  • Experience working with processing plants, mining processing equipment and modular outages in a maintenance capacity
  • Strong experience developing Gantt charts in MS Project
  • Ability to work autonomously and cohesively as part of a cross functional team
  • Understanding of maintenance management principles and work management systems
  • Proven experience interpreting and understanding technical electrical drawings
  • Demonstrable background delivering projects in line with predicted operational requirements
  • Experience undertaking technical reviews and investigations
  • Proficient in the use of computer systems including Computerised Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) and the Microsoft Office Suite
  • A current National Police clearance

To be eligible to apply for this role you must be legally permitted to work permanently in Australia.

Key Duties:

  • Assist in planning and scheduling preventative and corrective maintenance activities
  • Follow established processes and procedures outlined in the KML Work Management System
  • Provide expert technical guidance on electrical maintenance standards for daily tasks and projects
  • Contribute to the development of strategies for electrical maintenance operations
  • Support initiatives aimed at improving equipment performance and maintenance procedures or systems
  • Proactively monitor, track, communicate, and report on objectives, issues, opportunities, risks, technical deviations, and achievements within the area of responsibility
  • Coordinate timely mitigation strategy proposals with relevant stakeholders as needed
  • Report on maintenance KPIs to identify opportunities for improvement within planning and maintenance teams
  • Maintain accurate equipment operating data in the CMMS to support reliable maintenance forecasting

 

What we offer

  • A permanent position working directly for Karara Mining Limited
  • Attractive salary
  • Short term incentive plan (Bonus)
  • On-the-job training opportunities and development programs to further your technical and leadership skills
  • The ability to salary sacrifice flights, parking, super and novated leasing etc.

Camp Facilities:

  • Modern, comfortable camp accommodation - permanent rooms (no motelling)
  • 1Gbps Internet Bandwidth on site to enjoy video family face time and internet surfing
  • High quality gourmet food options (vegan, gluten free and healthy options)
  • Large fully equipped gym facility
  • Eco-walking/jogging trail in a natural bush setting, swimming pool, tennis, cricket facilities
  • Village shop and supporting amenities

 

To learn more about, please visit www.kararamining.com.au

Apply Now
Apply with SEEK
Allows you to pre-fill the application using your SEEK profile information and resumé

Personal Details * Required field

  1. Digits only or add + for international numbers

  1. (Please click on your profile and copy the URL from your profile page.)

Questions

About Us

Located 200 km south-east of Geraldton in the Shire of Perenjori, Western Australia Karara has an expected mine life of 30+ years. The operation includes a large open pit mine, complex ore processing and beneficiation plant and significant infrastructure and logistics networks. As part of the logistics network Karara owns and operates 80km of railway between Tilley Junction and the Karara mine site, linking the Karara Export Terminal at the Port of Geraldton, able to handle up to 16 Mtpa of export product from a dedicated berth, with associated rail and train unloading infrastructure.