Maintenance Planner

4 days ago

Pinetown, South Africa AVI Limited Full time

**GROW A GREAT CAREER WITH THE COMPANY THAT GROWS GREAT BRANDS**

Join **National Brands Limited (NBL)**and be part of a legacy that has shaped South Africa’s biscuit tradition for over 170 years. With two iconic factories in **Isando** and **Westmead**, we produce beloved brands like _Bakers Tennis®, Blue Label Marie®, and Choice Assorted®_, creating moments of joy for generations of South Africans. At NBL, you’ll work in a dynamic, forward-thinking environment where innovation, quality, and teamwork thrive.

**Why Join National Brands Limited (NBL)?**
- **
Make an Impact**:Contribute to producing South Africa’s favourite biscuit brands, influencing daily life.
- ** Innovative Growth**:In a forward-thinking environment, encouraging product and process improvement.
- ** Career Development**:Access a range of roles and growth opportunities at one of NBL's five world-class facilities.
- ** Collaborative Culture**:Work in a supportive, team-driven environment where your contributions matter.

**Step into a role that makes an impact** We’re seeking a **Maintenance Planner** to drive success at **NBL Westmead Biscuits** in **Westmead, Durban**. This role is designed to serve as the hub from which all maintenance activities are planned, coordinated and executed. It is the custodian for the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) and all Work Planning and Control processes.

**Reporting Structure**:

- **Reports to**:Senior Maintenance Planner

**Key Areas of Impact**:

- **Maintenance Planning**: Schedule and optimise maintenance tasks, resources, and shutdowns. Work with the Engineering and Production teams to ensure realistic plans.
- ** CMMS Leadership**: Manage and enhance CMMS (asset trees, BOMs, job cards, data integrity). Provide training and system support.
- ** Reporting and Analysis**: Generate detailed reports (job card compliance, breakdowns, resource utilisation, cost tracking) to guide maintenance performance.
- ** Budget Management**: Estimate, track, and analyse maintenance costs vs. budget. Identify and address high-risk spending areas.
- ** Preventative Strategies**: Review and improve preventative/predictive maintenance plans based on Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) guidelines and failure analysis.
- ** Spares and Stores Coordination**: Ensure the availability of critical spares and support inventory optimisation and satellite store control.
- ** Project Oversight**: Lead maintenance shutdowns and contribute to Capex, Repairs and Maintenance projects.
- ** Team Supervision**: Develop and guide the Artisans and ensure data accuracy by supervising CMMS data capture.
- ** Shutdowns**: Lead Annual Shutdown Planning, coordinating with OEMs, Production, Logistics, and Contractors to ensure seamless execution.

**What It Takes to Succeed**:
**Experience that set you up for success**:

- At least 5 years of experience in maintenance planning, preferably gained within the FMCG or Manufacturing environment
- Experience in a high-speed packaging environment is advantageous

**Qualifications and Certifications that will contribute to your success**:

- N6/T3/S4 Diploma or equivalent in an Engineering field
- Possessing a recognized trade test as a Fitter or Millwright will be an advantage.

**Additional Requirements that will enhance your impact for success**
- Must be able to work overtime on an ad-hoc basis.

**Take the Next Step with NBL

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