Maintenance Planner

WHO WE ARE

Nyrstar is a global multi-metals business, with a market leading position in zinc and lead and growing positions in other base and precious metals. Nyrstar has mining, smelting and other operations located in Europe, the Americas and Australia and employs over 4,000 people. The company's global operations are located close to key customers and major transport hubs to facilitate delivery of raw materials and distribution of finished products. In August 2019, Nyrstar's operating business became majority owned by Trafigura, a market leader in the global commodities industry, providing a stable long term platform for its marketing leading operations worldwide. Visit www.nyrstar.com  

Nyrstar Hobart is a large scale zinc smelter located on Hobart's River Derwent, only a few kilometres from the Tasmanian capital's charming and cosmopolitan city centre.

This is a rare opportunity to work on site in the resources industry, in a capital city location.

THE ROLE

The Maintenance Planner serves a vital function in the Asset Management structure and underpins all maintenance activities undertaken on site. The role is responsible for ensuring work is scheduled efficiently according to available resources both externally and internally according to department needs. The Planner is to support maintenance activities within the Asset Management Department to maximise equipment availability and reliability while meeting statutory obligations and site policies.

Key Duties and Accountabilities:

• ensuring safety, health, and environmental compliance
• planning, prioritising and scheduling to maximise plant performance
• assisting with plans for long-term equipment availability and reliability
• compliance, reports and audits
• training and support in the effective use of the work order system
• promoting continuous improvement strategies in maintenance performance

To be successful in this position you need to have:

• trade qualification in the mechanical field essential
• sound computer and Microsoft Office skills
• prior experience in both project and maintenance engineering
• excellent problem-solving abilities coupled with strong analytical skills
• clear and effective communication skills, with an ability to influence
• capacity to perform well under pressure and thrive in a demanding environment
• experience with SAP highly regarded
• experience with cost management and spreadsheets is desirable
• ability to convey new ideas and technical information in a manner which is easily understood
• experience in coordinating and scheduling activities
• ability to work autonomously in a self-directed manner
• training and experience in Root Cause Analysis (RCA) highly regarded

WHAT WE OFFER

A career of challenge, reward and growth in a company that is focussed on being a leader in our field. Safety, Health, Hygiene & Environment are the foundation of all our values – we live safety by living our values: Respect, Ownership, Excellence, Teamwork and Integrity.

• Competitive salary package
• Career development pathways – our diverse and challenging work environment will present you with many opportunities to grow, develop and advance your skills
• Salary sacrifice for superannuation and novated car leasing
• Annual incentive bonus
• Discounted health insurance and gym membership
• Employee assistance program – that’s free for the family

APPLICATION

Nyrstar is an equal opportunity employer. Equality and diversity are central to who we are and how we operate. We value employees from all backgrounds, and we rely upon diversity in order to inspire a culture of integrity, respect and innovation to drive our business, enhance our competitiveness and serve our customers across the world.

Nyrstar Hobart has a strict RPE ‘Clean Shave' Policy. Most facial hair is not permitted on site. Regular health screening, including blood tests, is part of our commitment to keeping our workforce safe and a condition of employment.

Nyrstar is committed to creating a healthy and safe work environment and building a culture that inspires their employees to work respectfully together as a team. When you join Nyrstar you can expect to find yourself in an environment where the opportunities for learning and growth are second to none from technical training to leadership programs, we work with employee to develop their skills and reach their full potential.