Introduction

We are currently seeking an experienced Electrical Fixed Plant Maintenance Planner to join a major mining operation in Western Australia. This is a long-term FIFO opportunity on a family-friendly 4:3 roster, with the potential for extension

What are you going to do

In this role, you will be responsible for planning and coordinating preventative and corrective electrical maintenance activities to improve plant reliability and reduce downtime. While you will not be required to build schedules, you will conduct forward-looking finite scheduling and ensure a balanced backlog is maintained for smooth handover to the weekly scheduler.

Key Responsibilities

Coordinate planned maintenance activities with supervisors, engineers, and execution teams.
Utilise CMMS (e.g., SAP) to raise work orders, manage backlog, and assist with shutdown planning.
Prioritise work based on safety, production requirements, and asset condition.
Ensure compliance with safety systems, standards, and statutory obligations.
Support continuous improvement initiatives in planning, scheduling, and reliability.
Maintain clear communication with operations and maintenance stakeholders.

Essential skills and knowledge

Trade or engineering qualification (Electrical discipline preferred).
Strong planning experience in mining or heavy industry (fixed plant highly regarded).
Proficiency with SAP or similar CMMS.
Knowledge of Master Data management (plans, BOMs, cataloguing materials).
Solid understanding of electrical systems and maintenance processes.
Excellent communication, organisational, and stakeholder management skills.
Current Australian manual C Class driver's licence.
Ability to meet all site medical and induction requirements.

Highly Desirable

WA A-Grade Electrical Licence.
Previous experience in iron ore operations.
Familiarity with processes used by major iron ore producers.

What we offer

Rolling ongoing contract with strong chance of going permanent
Work for a Tier one mining business
Salary sacrificing
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Corporate discounts

About Brunel:

Brunel is a recruitment and flexible workforce solution provider which connects talented people with opportunities throughout Australasia and around the world. We specialise in highly skilled roles across a variety of technical, professional, trades and craft disciplines, pairing candidates with industry-leading projects and organisations on a contract, permanent or secondment basis.

Operating in Australasia since 1997, Brunel has major bases of operation in Perth, Sydney, Brisbane and Port Moresby, which are further backed by the strength and reach of a truly global network spanning over 45 countries, 120 offices and 45 years of successful operation.

Brunel is proud to be equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and female candidates.

To be considered for this role click apply or forward your CV direct to Michael Shirley at m.shirley@brunel.net

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