Hays | Resources & Mining
Electrical Planner
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Important information
Contract type:
Freelance / Contract
Location:
Mackay QLD, Australia
Work mode:
Onsite
Published on:
1 September 2026
What they need
Electrical Planner required for a 3-month contract, 5/2 roster supporting fixed plant planning.
Your new company
Our client is a leading bulk material handling operation supporting Australia's resources sector. Operating a large-scale fixed plant environment, they are committed to maintaining safe, reliable, and efficient operations through proactive maintenance planning and continuous improvement initiatives.
Your new role
As an Electrical Planner, you will be responsible for developing and coordinating weekly plans to support the ongoing reliability and performance of critical fixed plant assets.
Key responsibilities include:
- Develop and maintain weekly electrical maintenance schedules
- Plan maintenance activities across conveyors, ship loaders, and fixed plant equipment
- Coordinate labour, materials, tooling, and equipment requirements for scheduled work
- Liaise closely with maintenance, operations, and reliability teams to optimise work execution
- Ensure maintenance plans align with shutdown and operational requirements
- Monitor work order progress and update maintenance schedules as required
- Utilise JDE and Viziya systems to manage planning and maintenance activities
- Promote best-practice planning and safety standards
What you'll need to succeed
- Previous experience in a Maintenance Planner or Electrical Planner role within mining, ports, heavy industry, or fixed plant environments
- Strong knowledge of electrical maintenance planning processes
- Experience working with conveyors, ship loaders, and/or large fixed plant assets
- Proficiency using JDE and Viziya maintenance management systems
- Strong organisational and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to prioritise multiple work fronts and deliver accurate maintenance schedules
- Commitment to safety and continuous improvement
What you'll get in return
This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-performing operation and contribute to the reliability of critical infrastructure. You'll enjoy a Monday to Friday 5/2 roster, work within a collaborative maintenance team, and gain exposure to a complex fixed plant environment while working on a 3-month contract with an immediate impact.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, applications can be submitted via the "apply now" button. Please ensure you are submitting an up-to-date CV. If you have any further questions, please call Jennah Murray [07 4960 1129](tel:07 4960 1129).
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
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