Maintenance Planner

Description

Summary: Join AFFCO Moerewa as a Maintenance Planner to ensure reliability and efficiency of plant operations by planning and coordinating maintenance activities. Highlights: 1. Key role influencing plant performance and reliability 2. Autonomy to manage workflows and improve processes 3. Varied role combining planning, coordination, and practical site engagement Company Description AFFCO is a high-performing and dynamic leader within the New Zealand Meat Industry. Established in 1904, AFFCO holds 120 years of expertise in supplying top-quality meat products to the world. Based in Waikato, the agricultural heart of New Zealand, with over 4,000 employees, our operation has offices in the USA, UK and Hong Kong and comprises 11 processing sites situated across New Zealand, distributing to over 80 countries. AFFCO sources top-quality, sustainable, grass-fed, New Zealand Beef and Lamb products from our network of farmer suppliers. We are 100% New Zealand-owned and operated and a proud member of the Talley's Group; New Zealand's leading exporter of meat, dairy, seafood, and vegetable products. Job Description Join AFFCO Moerewa as a Maintenance Planner and play a key role in ensuring the reliability, efficiency, and performance of our plant operations. Reporting to the Plant Engineer, you will be responsible for planning and coordinating maintenance activities across the site, working closely with trades, contractors, and production teams to ensure work is delivered safely and with minimal disruption. In this role, you will balance forward planning, coordination, and on-the-ground collaboration to keep maintenance activities running smoothly and efficiently. Key Responsibilities * Plan and schedule all R&M (repairs and maintenance) and preventative maintenance work * Ensure required parts and resources are available to support planned work * Coordinate contractors, including ensuring all compliance, liability agreements, and insurance requirements are current * Manage procurement activities, including sourcing quotes and ordering parts * Maintain and control electrical and mechanical inventory levels * Oversee compliance registers and ensure accurate use of CMMS systems (including MEX) * Work closely with Supervisors and production teams to minimise downtime and support operational requirements About You We're looking for a highly organised and proactive individual who can manage competing priorities and build strong working relationships across the site. You will bring: * Maintenance or planning experience within an industrial environment * Strong organisational and time management skills * Proven ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders and activities * Strong communication skills, both written and verbal * Confidence using CMMS systems (MEX experience advantageous)  It would be a bonus if you have: * Mechanical and/or electrical knowledge * Project management experience * Experience with systems such as MS Teams, MS Office, Smartsheet, Forms, or Power BI What's in it for you * A key role influencing plant performance and reliability * Autonomy to manage workflows and improve processes * A varied role combining planning, coordination, and practical site engagement * Opportunities for career development and progression * Competitive remuneration package Additional Information AFFCO is committed to maintaining a safe and compliant workplace. You will be expected to actively contribute to a strong health and safety culture. To ensure a safe workplace, AFFCO engage in pre-employment medical checks and drug screening. By applying for this role, you agree to undertake the necessary pre-employment screening. Applicants must be eligible to work in New Zealand. If you are looking for an opportunity with a large New Zealand-owned organisation in the primary industries, apply online today or visit us at 5923 State Highway 1, Moerewa to find out more.