Project management and supply chain
Maintenance Planner
Summary
Maintenance planners ensure that the machinery used in manufacturing, refining and processing plants is in the best possible working order. This is done by developing maintenance strategies, as well as scheduling, coordinating and monitoring the maintenance of all plant equipment.
Other Occupation Titles
Facilities engineer
Maintenance technician
Maintenance technician officer
VET pathways
To become a maintenance planner, you usually need to complete a qualification in engineering or a related area:
- MEM40119 – Certificate IV in Engineering
- MEM50222 – Diploma of Engineering – Technical
- MEM60122 – Advanced Diploma of Engineering (Mechanical)
Tertiary pathway
To broaden your educational opportunities and expand your career prospects, it is worth considering pursuing a Bachelor degree or higher in:
- Mechanical Engineering
- Systems Engineering
Indicative salary range
Low end – $75,000
High end – $135,000
Source: Kinexus Defence Industry Insights 12th Edition.
Low end salary is based on positions with 1–3 years of experience, and High end salary is based on 15–20 years of experience.
Total Salary Package = Full-time annual equivalent of base salary or rate plus statutory superannuation and any other remuneration applicable to the role (before tax).
Salaries may vary based on scope and level of responsibility. Certain occupations may experience higher total salaries than listed due to receiving bonus or commission payments.
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