Short Term Maintenance Planner - Site Based
Pit N Portal
Mackay, QLD
Posted on: 24th Jul 2026
Are you an experienced Short Term Planner looking for your next challenge? Join Emeco's high-performing team at our new project located less than two hours from Mackay.
About the Role
As a Short Term Planner, you'll play a key role in coordinating and optimising maintenance activities to maximise fleet availability and reliability. Working closely with site and central teams, you'll ensure maintenance plans are executed safely and efficiently while minimising downtime.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain a rolling weekly +2 maintenance plan.
- Coordinate labour, parts, tooling and resources for scheduled maintenance.
- Manage maintenance backlog, defects and work priorities.
- Schedule condition monitoring work and statutory maintenance.
- Balance workload against labour capacity and operational requirements.
- Lead weekly and daily maintenance planning meetings.
- Monitor plan compliance and drive continuous improvement.
- Manage breakdown planning, component replacements and warranty processes.
- Ensure work orders and CMMS (AMT) records are completed accurately.
About You
- Previous experience in a Short Term Planner or Maintenance Planner role
- Trade background and experience with heavy mobile equipment (CAT, Hitachi and Komatsu preferred).
- Strong maintenance scheduling and planning experience.
- Ability to prioritise competing workloads and meet deadlines.
- Strong understanding of mining maintenance and equipment reliability.
What's on Offer
- Competitive salary package.
- 9 Day Fortnight, based on site, less than 2 hours from Mackay
- Career development and progression opportunities.
- Supportive team and strong safety culture.
- Long-term career opportunities with one of Australia's leading heavy earthmoving companies.
How to Apply
For more information, contact Chloe chloe.connor@emecogroup.com, or click Apply and submit your resume today.