Introduction

We are currently seeking an experienced Short Term Planner to join a tier one mining organisation supporting a major fixed plant operation in the Pilbara.

This is a maintenance planning position supporting fixed plant reliability, statutory compliance and project delivery. With an early September start to facilitate a handover, the role will suit an electrical maintenance planner who can take ownership of work through to execution readiness.

What are you going to do 

The successful candidate will work closely with Maintenance, Operations, Engineering and Project teams to ensure electrical maintenance activities are appropriately scoped, planned, budgeted, resourced and ready for safe and efficient execution.

This is a contract opportunity through to January 2027, offering $78-$90 per hour + superannuation, depending on experience. Residential arrangements are available, with a 5/2, 4/3 FIFO roster from Perth also considered for the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop detailed electrical maintenance plans and execution-ready work packs.
  • Ensure labour, materials, tooling, contractor services and supporting documentation are available ahead of scheduled work.
  • Integrate engineering and project requirements into maintenance plans.
  • Prepare maintenance forecasts, budgets and cost estimates.
  • Monitor maintenance expenditure and support ongoing cost tracking and forecasting.
  • Utilise forecasting tools to provide accurate cost and resource projections.
  • Ensure planned electrical work meets statutory, regulatory and site compliance requirements.
  • Drive planning quality and ensure work is fully prepared for safe and efficient execution.
  • Review equipment performance, maintenance history and recurring issues to identify improvement opportunities.
  • Participate in planning, scheduling, budgeting and maintenance review meetings.
  • Monitor planned versus actual performance and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Build strong working relationships across Maintenance, Operations, Engineering, Projects and contractor teams.

Essential skills and knowledge

To be successful in this position, you will ideally possess:

  • Electrical Trade Qualification - essential.
  • Minimum 3-5 years' maintenance planning experience.
  • Minimum 2 years' experience within mining operations - essential.
  • Demonstrated experience within fixed plant maintenance environments.
  • Strong knowledge of electrical compliance and statutory maintenance requirements.
  • Proven experience with maintenance budgeting, forecasting and cost control.
  • Strong working knowledge of SAP and Prometheus maintenance systems.
  • Experience using forecasting and cost management tools.
  • Sound understanding of maintenance work management processes and planning best practice.
  • Experience supporting engineers and project teams from a maintenance planning perspective.
  • Strong attention to detail and the ability to produce high-quality, execution-ready work packs.
  • A high level of accountability and the ability to take ownership of planning outcomes.
  • Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
  • A demonstrated commitment to safety, reliability and continuous improvement.

What we offer 

  • Contract through to January 2027.
  • $78-$90 per hour + superannuation, depending on experience and capability.
  • Residential or FIFO from Perth on a 5/2, 4/3 roster for the right candidate.
  • 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, Melbourne and Port Moresby, which are further backed by the strength and reach of a truly global network spanning over 45 countries, 120 offices and 50 years of successful operation.

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

Click the link to apply or email your CV direct to Michael Shirley at m.shirley@brunel.net

Closing: 12 September 2026

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