Planner, Maintenance Peak Downs

Job ID

931779

Job Type

Permanent Full Time

Location

Australia - Mackay

Categories

Mining Maintenance, Planning / Scheduling / Project Controls

Applications close

01 Dec 2025 E. Australia Standard Time

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About the role

Thiess is seeking an experienced Maintenance Planner to join our high-performing maintenance team at Peak Downs Mine.

Working on an 8/6 roster and reporting to the Maintenance Superintendent, you'll play a key role in supporting maintenance planning and scheduling across a diverse fleet of equipment — including HME, light vehicles, ancillary equipment, and infrastructure.

In this role, you will:

• Develop and manage maintenance schedules to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient servicing and repairs.
• Utilise the Maintenance Management System to plan maintenance and major component replacement forecasts.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external suppliers to ensure parts and materials are available as required.
• Monitor defect reporting and condition analysis systems to keep maintenance schedules accurate and up to date.
• Continuously seek cost efficiencies through alternative suppliers and improved maintenance planning.
• Contribute to short- and medium-term maintenance planning to maximise equipment availability and operational productivity.

About you

You are a proactive planner who thrives in a fast-paced mining environment and values teamwork, safety, and efficiency.

To be successful, you'll have:

• Relevant Trade or Tertiary Qualifications.
• Demonstrated experience in fleet management and maintenance planning within the mining or heavy industry sectors.
• Proven knowledge of light vehicles, ancillary equipment, infrastructure, and heavy mobile equipment.
• Proficiency in computer-based maintenance systems (JDE) and Microsoft Office (Project, Word, Excel)

What Thiess can do for you

• Thiess' commitment to ongoing training & development
• 8/6 roster
• Full camp facilities or local housing allowance provided
• Salary sacrifice options for flights and novated leasing
• Discounted health insurance

About us

At Thiess, we partner with our clients to deliver excellence in open cut and underground mining in Australia, Asia, and the Americas. For more than 85 years, we have operated in diverse commodities, geologies, environments, and cultures. Our team uses global insight to optimise solutions and create value

for each project, positioning them for optimal efficiency, productivity, and cost performance, backed by how we meet our commitments. Thiess is committed to being at the forefront of sustainable mining, leveraging the power of our people and technology to support clients in their journey to more sustainable enterprises.

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How to apply

This role is an opportunity to take the next step in your career. With our culture of recognition, development, and a stimulating and satisfying work environment, there is no better time to join Thiess.

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