Production Planner

Position Overview

Sandvik is seeking a diligent and motivated Production Planner to join our dynamic team at our Kalgoorlie workshop in Western Australia. This full-time, permanent role involves coordinating the production schedule to ensure smooth and efficient operations within a bustling workshop environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and maintain detailed production plans and schedules to manage workshop activities effectively.
• Monitor ongoing jobs and coordinate resource allocation to optimize workflows.
• Ensure the timely procurement of required materials and manage contractor engagements.
• Maintain precise records alongside visual management tools to track progress and compliance.
• Drive continuous improvement efforts to increase operational efficiency and productivity.
• Contribute actively to fostering a robust safety culture and ensuring adherence to organisational compliance standards.

Candidate Profile

• Proven experience in roles related to workshop scheduling, production planning, or coordination.
• A solid grasp of maintenance procedures and inventory control.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel, and familiarity with planning software.
• Excellent communication skills paired with effective time management capabilities.
• A proactive approach with strong customer service orientation.
• Possession of relevant trade or engineering qualifications.
• Experience working with Maximo or similar ERP systems is desirable.
• Exposure to underground mining equipment and workshop operations is advantageous.

Work Environment and Additional Information

This role is predominantly office-based but requires hands-on interaction with workshop operations, including occasional site visits to customers, suppliers, and mine environments. Compliance with safety protocols and personal protective equipment (PPE) is mandatory. Flexibility to adapt to varied operational requirements and locations is essential.

Applicants must have the legal right to live and work in Australia and will be required to pass a pre-employment medical assessment.

Benefits and Company Culture

• A competitive salary package with options for salary sacrifice and recognition for length of service.
• Paid Parental Leave and flexible working arrangements.
• Comprehensive Employee Assistance Programs and performance-linked bonus schemes.
• Employee referral incentives and recognition programs aligned with personal and company performance.

Sandvik values diversity and inclusion, proudly supporting gender equality, Indigenous peoples, and promoting a safe and healthy workplace through accredited wellbeing programs. We are committed to sustainability with goals for net-zero emissions by 2050 and circular economy targets by 2030.

Join a global leader in mining and manufacturing technology dedicated to innovation and integrity, advancing industry standards worldwide.

Application Process

Applications close on 13 September 2026 or earlier if an ideal candidate is identified.