Workfast is looking for a Maintenance Planner for a valued client based in Perth CBD, WA, paying $100,000 - $120,000 Salary, Based On Experience.

Our client is a Council which provides a range of vital services including health, construction, maintenance, utilities, asset management, housing, land management, community engagement, roadhouses, community stores, a transport agency and various corporate support functions including Finance, People and Culture and Information Technology.

What you get:

• $100,000 - $120,000 Salary, Based On Experience
• Monday - Friday, 07.00am - 4.00pm or 08.00am - 5.00pm
• Permanent, Full-Time Opportunity
• Immediate Start

What you need:

• Australian Driver's License & Own Car
• Construction White Card
• Demonstrated experience in maintenance planning or a similar role within a trade-based or facilities maintenance environment
• Working knowledge of electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and HVAC maintenance requirements
• Strong ability to interpret and apply contractual documentation and schedule of rates
• High attention to detail and accuracy in job planning and material assignment
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, for effective client and internal stakeholder engagement.
• Proficiency in using job management or maintenance planning systems (e.g., Simpro, SAP, Pronto, etc.).
• Strong time management skills with the ability to plan and prioritise multiple jobs daily
• Previous experience working under a government contract or with the Department of
  Communities (Desirable, not essential)
• Familiarity with compliance and regulatory standards in property maintenance (Desirable, not essential)
• Trade qualification or technical background in a relevant field (electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry) is advantageous (Desirable, not essential)

What you will be doing:

Position Overview
The Maintenance Planner is responsible for the efficient planning and scheduling of maintenance works across a range of trades, including electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and HVAC, specifically for Department of Communities (DoC) work orders under the Head Maintenance Contract. This role is integral to ensuring that work is prepared, resourced, and scheduled accurately to meet service delivery timelines, contractual obligations, and client expectations.

• Job Planning and Coordination: Plan and schedule daily maintenance jobs (up to 30 per day) across multiple trades in alignment with contractual obligations and client requirements. Develop clear and detailed job plans for small-scale maintenance work, ensuring scope, trades, and material requirements are accurately captured. Liaise with the Job Allocator to confirm attendance dates, availability of resources, and scheduling efficiency.
• Contract and Compliance: Interpret and apply the Department of Communities’ Schedule of Rates (SOR) to job planning activities, ensuring all planned works comply with contractual guidelines. Plan jobs using a line-item format based on SOR and approved variations.
• Material and Resource Planning: Assign and allocate required materials in accordance with job specifications and technical requirements. Ensure that materials are assigned accurately to prevent delays or cost overruns.
• Variations and Job Amendments: Raise and submit variations for jobs where additional work outside the original scope is required, ensuring documentation is accurate and timely. Plan work against approved variations and adjust schedules accordingly.
• Client and Stakeholder Communication: Communicate with clients as needed to clarify scope, expectations, or job amendments. Collaborate closely with internal teams, including field technicians, supervisors, and procurement, to ensure effective job execution.

About us

Workfast is a labour-hire company working with some of Australia's largest companies. We operate in all states of Australia and our employees work in all industries. When you join our team we make sure that you're looked after, paid well and that we follow all Australian Fair Work standards.

Workfast embraces diversity and encourages applications from people with disabilities. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at any time of application.

If you are interested in the Maintenance Planner position based in Perth CBD, WA, please click the link to apply.