Maintenance Planner

At Thales, we know technology has the ability to make our world more secure, sustainable, and inclusive - and that it’s all driven by human intelligence.

Because it takes human intelligence to build and power the systems and solutions that people depend on every day. So we stay curious and make space for diverse points of view. We share what we know and we challenge what’s possible.

From manufacturing and engineering to cybersecurity and space, we’re driving progress in some of the world’s most important industries - and working together to build a future we can all trust.

**OUR BENEFITS**
- Family Friendly Workplace Certified company with competitive remuneration and benefits.
- ThalesFlex - Hybrid work environment.
- Fitness Passport Discount + Employee discounts with a number of affiliates (Travel, Car hire, Tech, Medical Insurance).
- Modernised Paid Parental Leave.
- Veterans Leave.
- Personal & professional training development opportunities.

**OUR TEAM**

As part of our VTS business, our PRV team is primarily focused on the design, manufacture, delivery and support of protected mobility vehicles on a global scale. We are very proud of everything we do in support of both the Bushmaster and Hawkei platforms as we all work together towards our purpose.

**YOUR ROLE**:
Come join us as a Maintenance Planner where you will be primarily be focused on the planning and scheduling of maintenance activities in support of Bushmaster assets. You will be responsible for ensuring services level obligations are met, as well as other key factors including; schedule, quality, budget and safety considerations..

Working at our Brisbane, Eagle Farm office, on Jagera and Turrbul Land, your day to day responsibilities include:

- Planning and scheduling servicing and maintenance activities in support of Bushmaster assets, both within our service centre facilities and at forward repair service sites.
- Supporting the Maintenance Planning Lead in the coordination of work activities, focusing on improvements to quality and continuous improvement activity.
- Regularly reporting on key data, providing commentary and monitoring variances to provide proactive insights in relation to overall planning and scheduling tasks.
- Generating creative work solutions and troubleshooting potential issues that may impact broader business operations.
- Maintaining a high level of communication with all relevant internal and external stakeholders to develop and maintain effective working relationships.

**YOUR EXPERIENCE**:

- A relevant tertiary qualification or trade background and/or demonstrated experience in a similar planning/scheduling role, ideally within a similar organisation/environment.
- Strong understanding of maintenance planning and scheduling ideally coupled with a demonstrated knowledge of Defence repair and support processes and practices.
- Well-developed Microsoft Excel skills, and working knowledge of MS Project an advantage.
- Any previous experience in the use of MILIS ERP System is highly preferred.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal and well-developed organisational and prioritising skills with an eye for detail.

**WE ENCOURAGE YOU TO APPLY**:
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It’s easy to dismiss the perfect opportunity if you don’t see yourself as the perfect fit. If this role feels right - no matter your background or personal circumstances - please introduce yourself or join our community. We’re committed to supporting a diverse workplace, and that starts here.

We’re proud to be endorsed by WORK180 as an Employer for All Women, but we know there’s always more we can do. We’ll continue to foster industry partnerships, employee resource groups (ERGs) and development opportunities to make Thales a genuinely equitable employer, for everyone.

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