Maintenance Planner (Remote)
Thiess
| Company | Thiess |
| Category | Skilled Technician |
| Location | Phoenix |
| Remote | Remote |
| Employment | Not stated |
| Level | Not stated |
| Salary | Not stated by the employer |
| Posted | 18 May 2026 |
| Last verified | 30 Jul 2026 |
| Source | Employer career page (greenhouse) |
Description
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 reliabil
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