Maintenance Planner

About Us

JBS Australia is the largest and most respected meat and food producer in Australia. We have a strong portfolio of leading and renowned beef, lamb, pork, salmon and value-added branded products, such as AMH, Swift, Primo, Murray Valley and Huon.

Located 35km west of Toowoomba, the JBS Beef City Plant is part of the Beef City integrated feedlot, processing and farming facility. The cattle are walked from the feedlot to the plant, minimising stress and transportation costs, while simultaneously improving eating quality – one of only two in southern hemisphere. Specialising in grain-fed beef production, the plant employs approximately 850 employees with a current processing capacity of 999 cattle per day and has a strong reputation for producing high quality grain fed beef for key domestic and international customers.

Why work for JBS Australia?

• Long term stable employment with a company that is a leader in the food industry
• Access to heavily discounted JBS products through our onsite butcher shop
• Retail discounts with national partners
• Health insurance discounts with Bupa and Medibank Private
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities

About the Role            

JBS Beef City is currently recruiting an experienced Maintenance Planner to join the Maintenance team in a full-time capacity. Reporting to the Plant Engineer, the Maintenance Planner will oversee and manage the maintenance and repair of equipment, facilities and grounds for our site. This position plays a vital role in maintaining inventory, managing budgets and ensuring compliance with safety regulations.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Liaising with contractors, negotiating contracts and managing relationships with external service providers
• Tracking and managing inventory of spare parts, tools and equipment
• Assisting with the development of maintenance budgets and managing expenses
• Ensuring compliance with safety regulations, environmental standards and company policies
• Communicating effectively with maintenance staff, management and other stakeholders
• Maintaining accurate records of maintenance activities, equipment information and expenses
• Assisting with troubleshooting maintenance issues and identifying solutions

About You

• Previous experience in a similar maintenance planning position advantageous
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to identify and resolve maintenance issues effectively
• Good understanding of mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems
• Previous supervisory experience and the ability to lead and motivate a team
• Experience in managing budgets and controlling expenses
• Familiarity with safety regulations and compliance standards

Interested? APPLY NOW!