Maintenance Planner
About the Royal Flying Doctor Service South Australia / Northern Territory (RFDS SA/NT)
We are trusted leaders in providing aeromedical and primary health care services to people in remote, rural and regional locations across South Australia and the Northern Territory. Our five-year Strategic Plan is focused on growing as an innovative, responsive and better-connected health service provider for all Australians.
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About this Opportunity
Reporting directly to the Senior Facilities Manager, as the Maintenance Planner, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of RFDS SA/NT facilities and assets.
We believe our people – all of our people – keep the Royal Flying Doctor Service flying.
Specifically, you will:
• Collaborate with department managers and clinical teams to develop maintenance plans and schedules based on preventive maintenance, predictive maintenance, and corrective maintenance strategies.
• Generate and prioritise work orders for routine inspections, preventive maintenance tasks, repairs and fleet maintenance.
• Coordinate and liaise with contract business partners on resources, such as, personnel, tools, spare parts and equipment necessary for scheduled preventative maintenance.
• Analyse maintenance data and performance metrics to determine trends, and areas for improvement.
• Help prepare and monitor the maintenance budget, including, budget forecasting for scheduled maintenance activities and repairs.
About You
You are:
• Experienced in maintenance planning, scheduling and coordination in a facility management or industrial setting.
• Proficient in mechanical, electrical, and HVAC systems, equipment reliability principles and maintenance best practices.
• Organised with the ability to multitask and manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively.
To be considered for the role you require:
• The ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders and convey technical information effectively.
• Previous experience using maintenance management software and proficiency in Microsoft Office suite.
• Experience in contract management or project management.
• The ability to analyse data, identify trends and make data-driven decisions to optimise facility operations.
• A trade qualification or 3+ years of facility maintenance planning experience (or demonstrated equivalence).
• A current Drivers Licence.
Our Benefits
As part of our team, you can expect to be provided with challenging, interesting work and be supported to achieve your best. The RFDS offers a supportive environment where our people are valued, and professional development is encouraged. In addition, we also offer:
• Free onsite parking.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Comprehensive orientation program for new starters
• Generous annual salary packaging options to reduce your taxable income including:
• packaging up to $15, 899 of your salary towards loans, rent and bills
• packaging of an additional $2,650 of your salary via a meal and entertainment card.
Further Information
For the Position Description click here and to apply please click on the Apply button below to be redirected to our Career Centre
For a confidential discussion in relation to the position, please contact Liam Saunders on 0484 305 700.
For a confidential discussion in relation to the recruitment process, please contact People and Culture via (08) 8238 3351.
Applications close at 11:59pm on 1 August 2024.
Please note that we are unable to accept late applications, or applications submitted via email.
The RFDS has mandatory vaccination requirements. Please contact us if you would like to know more.
Please note, we reserve the right to appoint to the position before the published closing date. Interested applicants are encouraged to submit an application as early as possible!
The Royal Flying Doctor Service is an equal opportunity employer that fosters a positive culture and offers a diverse, safe and supportive work environment. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants are encouraged to apply.
