Maintenance Planner at Municipal Group of Companies

Fero Waste and Recycling Inc, a division of The Municipal Group of Companies, is a solid waste company that services New Brunswick and Nova Scotia and is currently seeking the knowledge and expertise of a Maintenance Planner to join our maintenance team based out of our Truro, NS location.

Job Summary:
We are currently seeking the qualifications and expertise of a Maintenance Planner based out of Truro, NS.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
Reports to the Fleet Maintenance Manager
Plan and coordinate daily maintenance and after-hours service calls for various pieces of equipment, and ensure that maintenance information is accurately entered into our computerized maintenance management system
Assign work to maintenance personnel and ensure that the work is completed on schedule and in compliance with safety and cost objectives
Work closely with managers to continuously improve processes and procedures, and ensure that they are followed
Coordinate with operations staff to schedule maintenance (as much as possible) during scheduled equipment downtime, to help optimize equipment utilization
Analyze maintenance requirements and provide reports to support management team
Perform audits of work orders, tools and safety documentation to help ensure continued compliance
Ensure the safety of fellow employees
Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education, and Experience:

5 years previous experience in maintenance, project coordination and/or other relevant work experience
Mechanic or equivalent experience would be considered an asset
Able to deal with people tactfully, diplomatically, and professionally at all times
High attention to detail when completing tasks
Ability to multitask and complete tasks in a timely and efficient manner
Ability to organize and prioritize work effectively
Computer literate (intermediate to advanced level) with MS Office suite (i.e. Word, Excel and Outlook);
Working safely is a condition of employment.

Working Conditions:
Maintenance Planners require the use of personnel protective equipment (PPE) such as a hardhat, steel toe boots, and a reflective vest to minimize risks while on the work site.

A comprehensive pension and benefits package are offered with this position along with opportunities for advancement, training, and development.