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Thiess — Phoenix, Arizona
ABOUT THIESS Founded in Australia in 1933, Thiess has grown into a global leader in sustainable mining services and resource solutions, with more than 15,000 employees and operations spanning multiple continents. Today, we deliver mining services, land reclamation, and engineering expertise that help shape the future of the resources industry, creating lasting value for our clients, communities, and people. At Thiess, you’re not just joining a company; you’re joining a team helping redefine what sustainable mining looks like for future generations.
North America is a key part of our global growth journey, with operations across the United States and Canada and continued expansion into new regions. From Salt Lake City and the Intermountain West to Sudbury and Northern Ontario, our people are solving complex challenges, embracing innovation, and building careers with real impact. We’re looking for people who want to do meaningful work, grow alongside a global organization, and help drive the future of mining and resource solutions.
Learn more about our purpose, values, and the opportunities ahead by watching the following videos about Our Purpose and Our Values ! ROLE OVERVIEW The Maintenance Planner supports mining operations by planning and scheduling short- to medium-term maintenance for mobile and/or fixed plant equipment, infrastructure, and facilities. Working in alignment with OEM specifications, the role focuses on improving equipment availability, reducing unplanned downtime, and ensuring maintenance activities are completed safely, efficiently, and within budget.
In this role you will work 80% from home and travel to various client sites 20% of the time.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Planning and Scheduling Produce, review and maintain rolling monthly, quarterly and annual plans as well as equipment specifications, tires and undercarriage tracking files Maintain currency and accuracy of equipment maintenance history, work orders, job records database and technical information on processes, plant and equipment Identify potential work using an effective condition monitoring program and financial package-based work programs and provide guidance and support to the project teams Develop weekly agreed maintenance plans using equipment strategies to facilitate maximum production and minimize downtime and costs to meet plant availability and reliability targets Align other maintenance activities such as defects and breakdown repairs with periodic maintenance and provide updates on a weekly basis Develop a recommended and optimized bill of materials for the various standard jobs employed under the maintenance strategy Finance Commercial Ensure that work planned is completed within the allowed budget and resources by cost effective use of resources to maintain and service infrastructure Assist with the procurement and freight of parts and services and ensure full reliability of parts and equipment is retained while stored, only using approved suppliers and hire equipment Maintain accurate and effective costing reporting as well as support documentation and ensure all completed work orders are closed out Effectively use the company’s financial package to produce, review and maintain equipment lists and contracts and raise work orders for all maintenance activities Coordinate warranty claims and ensure warranty forms are lodged with OEMs for components and repairs using approved warranty processes and site documentation Identify project-based opportunities to improve equipment reliability and reduce maintenance costs to increase effectiveness and efficiency by eliminating repetitive, costly or low-value work Maintenance Reliability Utilize predictive maintenance processes to raise re-work requests and organize any additional maintenance
Requirements
Ensure all materials, parts, personnel, tools, permits and equipment is available for execution when required by the plan Review and audit mechanical repairs and services to ensure compliance w