MFM LP, a Mikisew Group company, is currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of Mine Mobile Maintenance Planner to join our operation at Kearl Lake. This position is available as either Employee or Subcontractor status.
MFM LP provides comprehensive Client services in vehicle inspection, light duty vehicle repair, overhead crane services, and professional services.
Location: This position will be based in Calgary, AB or Edmonton, AB. Occasional travel to Imperial Oil, Kearl Lake Site (KOSP) may be required to support operational activities.
Shift: 40 hours per week
Position Summary:
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Mine Mobile Maintenance Planner to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and coordinating efficient maintenance plans for mobile mining equipment to ensure minimal downtime and optimal performance. This role plays a critical part in safety, reliability, and continuous improvement within our maintenance operations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Review and validate work requests for accuracy and scope.
- Develop detailed maintenance job plans and schedules.
- Conduct field checks to ensure plans align with on-site conditions.
- Estimate and plan job costs, materials, labor, and tools.
- Coordinate parts, tools, and services to support job execution.
- Maintain and improve maintenance task lists and documentation.
- Support meetings and align maintenance with operations.
- Analyze costs and performance data to support improvements.
- Ensure job plans are safe, executable, and meet standards.
- Collaborate across departments, vendors, and contractors.
Qualifications:
- Education/Certification:
- Engineering degree or certified Heavy Equipment Technician/Mechanical Trade.
- Experience:
- 1–5 years in maintenance planning, scheduling, or reliability (Oil & Gas/mining preferred).
- Technical Skills:
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Experience with CMMS systems (SAP preferred).
- Solid understanding of planning and scheduling processes.
- Equipment Knowledge:
- Familiar with mine mobile equipment: 4100 AC/DC, 7495HF Shovels, CAT 797/793/785, D11s, loaders, and support fleets.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Plan, schedule, and coordinate preventive and corrective maintenance activities.
- Develop and maintain accurate job plans and work packages.
- Ensure resource availability for efficient execution of maintenance tasks.
- Monitor job execution and adjust plans based on performance feedback.
- Maintain documentation and records in compliance with standards.
- Coordinate external vendors and service providers.
- Contribute to safety initiatives and continuous improvement efforts.
Why work with Mikisew Group?
Since 1991, Mikisew Group has been a leading Oilsands partner specializing in site services, maintenance, logistics and construction. We foster the responsible development of our land’s resources while powering sustainable economic progress in our communities and beyond. Mikisew Group has been recognized for overall business performance and sustained growth with the prestigious Canada’s Best Managed Companies designation. The Best Managed program award winners are among the best in class of Canadian-owned and managed companies with revenues more than $25 million, demonstrating leadership in the areas of strategy, capabilities and innovation, culture and commitment, and financials to achieve sustainable growth.
