Technical Expertise Wanted
Full-Time Opportunity
Swords, Co.Dublin
About the Job:
We are seeking a skilled Maintenance Planner to join our team and provide technical expertise in planning and scheduling of maintenance and engineering activities.
The successful candidate will be responsible for developing, implementing and owning the master maintenance schedule for our site. They will work closely with other functions to ensure alignment with short- and long-term business priorities and objectives.
Main Responsibilities:
* Maximise plant efficiency and utilisation by effectively planning maintenance activities and resources across the site.
* Maintain a thorough knowledge of business priorities and objectives through regular communication with other functions.
* Drive the preventative maintenance strategy on site.
* Provide updates on a regular basis to functional managers on schedule adherence.
* Review major work requests including clarification of originator's intents and assign appropriate priority to facilitate.
* Lead and coordinate major overhauls and shutdowns.
* Ensure all activities are completed in compliance with regulatory requirements.
* Measure and report on KPIs and identify improvements and prepare specific actions.
* Set up and manage services contracts with vendors.
* Champion the use of OPEX tools in relation to Maintenance initiatives.
* Provide input and guidance into asset management budgets.
* Develop, plan and schedule best practices and training documents – train others on techniques, systems and procedures as required.
Requirements:
* At minimum a Level 7 Engineering qualification or equivalent, a Level 8 Qualification is preferable.
* 3 to 5 years' experience in the area of maintenance / operation of process and utilities equipment.
* 3 to 5 years' experience in planning and scheduling of maintenance / engineering activities.
* A safety-first mentality.
* Knowledge of maintenance best practices and experience of establishing or optimising programs.
* Excellent organising and planning skills.
* Experience of aligning Manufacturing Schedules with Maintenance Schedules.
* Experience of developing and following up on contracts with outside vendors.
* A working knowledge of Maximo or other CMMS system such as SAP or PEMAC.
* Excellent Communication / Presentation skills. Proven success working in a team environment with flexibility to react to changing business needs.
Benefits:
* An excellent opportunity for career enhancement and personal development.
* A competitive base salary.
* An annual bonus linked to business results.
* A well-established further education program.
* A pension scheme.
* Private healthcare.