Planner/Scheduler is the key link between asset strategy and execution. The role is primarily responsible for the development of executable work schedules based on risk and asset criticality, and related planning documentation. The Planner/Scheduler is responsible for appropriately planning resources, parts, equipment, and tooling for preventative and corrective maintenance activities to deliver a weekly schedule in a safe, efficient, resourced and repeatable manner. Work closely with the Asset Management Team ensuring that preventative maintenance master data is maintained.
 

Responsibilities

• Develop, plan and schedule work as required by the Maintenance Plan and Scope of Works (SOWs)
• Ensure defect correction is planned and scheduled within required contractual and legal response times
• Plan and schedule work effectively by equipment criticality, asset condition and asset availability by utilizing human resources, materials, and procedures
• Produces comprehensive work plans with the right scope, sequence, and resources by using equipment technical knowledge.
• Executes actions to reduce backlog of maintenance work
• Clearly communicates the agreed plan and schedule to all stakeholders for endorsement and execution commitment.
• Provision of detailed analysis, information and reports on mandatory maintenance, service, condition, and performance monitoring
• Assist with the preparation of predictive and preventive maintenance plans to meet equipment performance specifications
• Engage contractors as required by the work scope and manage the procure to pay process.
• Continuously seek new and innovative ways of delivering maintenance services for the business
• Responsibility for Statutory, OH&S and Environmental compliance and have a duty to carry out work in a manner consistent with Sodexo Policies and in accordance with relevant legislation

• Perform other administration or maintenance related duties, as may be required, to ensure all mandated services are delivered.
• Responsible for adhering to the health, safety, environmental and quality standards, policies and procedures and for proactively acting in a manner that supports a healthy and safe work environment, including the reporting of all incidents and hazards.
• Responsible for the preparation of all reports with respect to the CMMS and its use, application and management

Education

• Trade or tertiary education in a technical field desirable
• Project Management

Experiences

• At least 5 years’ experience as a Planner Scheduler

Knowledge & Skills

• Knowledge of lean transformational strategies to drive continuous improvement
• Previous experience in Facilities Maintenance
• Demonstrate understanding of Asset Life Cycle Management (ISO 550K)
• Computer literate with advance knowledge of Microsoft Office including Excel and CMMS
• Perform well under pressure

Competencies

Asset Management - Level 3

Definition: Ensuring that assets are available and are effectively utilized, maintained and managed to meet the organization's needs.

• Translates operations, use and maintenance strategies into operational plans.
• Develops an extensive understanding of assets: their characteristics, availability, condition and performance history.
• Considers the effectiveness of the cost investment strategies for sustaining the life cycle of assets.
• Manages agreements to ensure that all parties meet their obligations.
• Enforces contractor performance to achieve objectives.
• Determines which assets are surplus to requirements.

Managing Resources - Level 2

Definition: Planning, allocating, and mobilizing resources (human, physical, information and financial resources) to achieve organizational goals.

• Identifies resourcing needs to effectively support current initiatives, services and offerings.
• Communicates expectations and objectives of resource usage, providing ongoing feedback, and addressing issues.
• Considers the workload, commitments and priorities of individuals when setting expectations and assigning work.
• Monitors and ensures the efficient and appropriate use of resources.

Quality Focus - Level 2

Definition: Following procedures, ensuring high quality output, taking action to solve quality problems or notifying others of quality issues.

• Names key quality metrics in own area of work.
• Works at a level that consistently meets and often exceeds quality standards set by the organization.
• Seeks opportunities to improve how work is done, raising the quality of the output.

Business Needs Analysis - Level 2

Definition: Determining scope, conducting analyses, compiling findings, and making recommendations to address business needs.

• Identifies the objectives for the needs analysis.
• Selects tools and methods to gather information.
• Identifies type of analyses required, e.g. audience, environment, culture, equipment, tasks, capability gap, etc.
• Determines scope and context of business need based on needs analysis results.
• Research additional information required to complete needs analysis, as required.
• Compiles findings from needs analysis to form the basis of recommendations

How to apply?  

If you are interested in joining the Sodexo team and meet the minimum criteria outlined above, please apply with your resume detailing relevant employment experience and availability.   

One of our friendly recruiters will contact shortlisted candidates for a video interview. This is also your opportunity to ask any questions you may have.  

What are you waiting for? Submit your application today and become part of the Sodexo family!