Maintenance Technician - Planner, Scheduler

Maintenance Technician – Planner-Scheduler

Come join us in reshaping the future with AtkinsRéalis. AtkinsRéalis is dedicated in engineering a better future for our planet and its people.

Reporting to the Plant Manager and Chief Engineer, The Maintenance Technician - Planner will work jointly and collaborate with Operations, Shift Engineers and Maintenance Technicians to coordinate and schedule all work activities for and support plants managed by AtkinsRéalis . This position requires the skills to develop, manage, assess and carry out work plans to enable the effective completion of work activities according to across the work management system, executed safely, effectively, on time and according to its priority. 

 In addition to the planning duties, the Maintenance Technician – Planner will be required to complete and coordinate routine and non-routine maintenance activities, manage contract resources, and provide call out coverage as required.

 It is anticipated that the Maintenance Technician – Planner is expected to spend the majority of their time in the planning and scheduling of work, but may be required to support the maintenance team in a hands-on capacity depending on operational and maintenance requirements. The allocation of their time will vary depending on the needs of the plants and at the direction of the Plant Manager.

Location – Mississauga, ON (Onsite Work)

Your role within the team:

Maintenance Planning and Scheduling:

• Develop and maintain a comprehensive maintenance schedule for all equipment and systems within the plants.
• Coordinate with maintenance teams to prioritize and schedule preventive and corrective maintenance activities.
• Utilize computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) to plan, schedule, and track maintenance tasks. Ensure work orders and other required documentation are created and properly scoped and reported for all work.
• Ensure that all maintenance work orders are properly planned, scheduled, and assigned to the appropriate personnel.
• Utilize contracting strategies, including supply of parts and vendor services, to ensure required resources are available to complete the work as per the plans.
• Monitor the progress of maintenance activities and adjust schedules as needed to meet production requirements.
• Conduct reviews, incorporate revisions and ensure accuracy of asset information and maintenance programs that are modified in the CMMS  system.
• Assist in ongoing evaluation of the Preventative Maintenance program for continuous improvement.

Capital Project Management:

• Collaborate with engineering, project management office and operations teams on both AtkinsRéalis and Client sides to identify capital projects aimed at improving plant reliability, efficiency, and safety.
• Develop project plans, timelines, and budgets for capital projects, ensuring alignment with AtkinsRéalis goals and objectives.
• Coordinate the procurement of materials, equipment, and services required for capital projects.
• Oversee the execution of capital projects, ensuring that work is completed on time, within budget, and according to specifications.
• Utilize safe work practices in line with AtkinsRéalis’ and OHSA policies and procedures.
• Conduct regular project meetings to track progress, address issues, and communicate updates to stakeholders.

Maintenance Coordination:

• Serve as a liaison between maintenance, operations, and engineering departments on both AtkinsRéalis and Client sides to ensure effective communication and collaboration.
• Coordinate with operations teams to schedule maintenance activities during planned outages, minimizing disruptions to operations schedules.
• Collaborate with vendors, contractors, and external service providers to support maintenance activities and capital projects.
• Provide technical expertise and guidance to maintenance teams, assisting with troubleshooting and problem-solving as needed.
• Collaborate and support other Operations and Maintenance Personnel as needed within AtkinsRéalis.

Documentation and Reporting:

• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, including work orders, equipment histories, and maintenance logs.
• Generate reports and metrics related to maintenance performance, capital project status, and equipment reliability.
• Analyze maintenance data to identify trends, areas for improvement, and opportunities to optimize maintenance processes. Provide regular assessments and reports of work plan completion and variances.
• Prepare presentations and summaries to communicate maintenance and project updates to management and stakeholders.
• Other duties as required.

Why choose AtkinsRéalis as an employer?

Because we offer:

• The opportunity to work on various major projects for internal and external clients.
• An exciting environment where work-life balance is important.
• A wide array of learning and development opportunities.
• Competitive pay, flexible benefits, an employee share plan, and a defined contribution pension plan.
• A work environment focused on health and safety.

The ideal candidate:

• Certification as a construction or industrial millwright or construction and maintenance 309A or Industrial Electrician 442A equivalent in the Province of Ontario, or completion of a college diploma in a related field is preferred. Experience in a power production facility will be considered an asset.
• Minimum two (2) years of related experience in a planning, project coordinator or work management.
• Preference will be given to candidates with a trade certification and a certified Maintenance Management Professional (MMP), or Project Manager (PMP) with a minimum of two (2) years industry related experience.
• Strong experience with Microsoft Excel, Power Point and MS Project, or other scheduling software
• Solid understanding of the fundamental principles of Maintenance Management and analytical skills supported by use of applicable software applications.
• Strong capability to effectively utilize available resources and meet operation requirements.
• Strong leadership skills for delegation, negotiation, and consensus building to coordinate work.
• Related industry trade skills and knowledgeable about asset maintenance practices.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• A strong understanding of gas-fired combined cycle facility operations and maintenance practices.
• Experience using a CMMS (Maximo experience considered an asset). The successful candidate will need to learn and become a proficient user of Maximo.
• Prioritization skills and the ability to manage multiple competing priorities.
• Detail oriented with good organizational and planning skills.
• Organization skills and ability to independently execute work, as well as within cross-functional teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to provide and present timely and relevant feedback and or reporting to various stakeholders.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills, including strong analytical, reporting, conflict resolution, problem solving and facilitation skills.
• Experience in MS Office Suite and SharePoint is considered an asset.
• Willingness to work extended hours, as required, based on operational and business requirements, especially during maintenance outages.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to work up to a 12 hour day or night shift schedule up to 6 consecutive days during planned or unplanned maintenance requirements.
• Ability to work various shifts to support planned or unplanned maintenance requirements.
• Ability to work alone in an unsupervised environment.
• Ability to climb ladders and work at height.
• Ability to drive a motor vehicle and operate heavy equipment such as lift trucks, articulating booms, and telescopic booms.
• Ability to occasionally lift 23kg/50lbs unaided.
• Ability to continuously stand or walk during a shift.
• Ability to bend, squat, and climb stairs.

Are you up for this challenge? Apply today and join our team to help engineer a Better Future for our Planet and its People.

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