Maintenance Planner
Company Description
AFFCO is a high-performing and dynamic leader within
the New Zealand Meat Industry. Established in 1904, AFFCO holds 120 years of
expertise in supplying top-quality meat products to the world.
Based in Waikato, the agricultural heart of New
Zealand, with over 4,000 employees, our operation has offices in the USA, UK
and Hong Kong and comprises 11 processing sites situated across New Zealand,
distributing to over 80 countries.
AFFCO sources top-quality, sustainable,
grass-fed, New Zealand Beef and Lamb products from our network of farmer
suppliers. We are 100% New Zealand-owned and operated and a proud member of the
Talley’s Group; New Zealand’s leading exporter of meat, dairy, seafood, and
vegetable products.
Job Description
Join AFFCO Moerewa as a Maintenance Planner and play a
key role in ensuring the reliability, efficiency, and performance of our plant
operations.
Reporting to the Plant Engineer, you will be
responsible for planning and coordinating maintenance activities across the
site, working closely with trades, contractors, and production teams to ensure
work is delivered safely and with minimal disruption.
In this role, you will balance forward planning,
coordination, and on-the-ground collaboration to keep maintenance activities
running smoothly and efficiently.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan and schedule all R&M (repairs and maintenance) and preventative maintenance work
- Ensure required parts and resources are available to support planned work
- Coordinate contractors, including ensuring all compliance, liability agreements, and insurance requirements are current
- Manage procurement activities, including sourcing quotes and ordering parts
- Maintain and control electrical and mechanical inventory levels
- Oversee compliance registers and ensure accurate use of CMMS systems (including MEX)
- Work closely with Supervisors and production teams to minimise downtime and support operational requirements
About You
We’re looking for a highly organised and proactive
individual who can manage competing priorities and build strong working
relationships across the site.
You will bring:
- Maintenance or planning experience within an industrial environment
- Strong organisational and time management skills
- Proven ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders and activities
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
- Confidence using CMMS systems (MEX experience advantageous)
It would be a bonus if you have:
- Mechanical and/or electrical knowledge
- Project management experience
- Experience with systems such as MS Teams, MS Office, Smartsheet, Forms, or Power BI
What's in it for you
- A key role influencing plant performance and reliability
- Autonomy to manage workflows and improve processes
- A varied role combining planning, coordination, and practical site engagement
- Opportunities for career development and progression
- Competitive remuneration package
Additional Information
AFFCO is committed to maintaining a safe and compliant
workplace. You will be expected to actively contribute to a strong health and
safety culture.
To ensure a safe workplace, AFFCO engage in
pre-employment medical checks and drug screening. By applying for this role,
you agree to undertake the necessary pre-employment screening. Applicants must be eligible to work in New Zealand.
If you are looking for an opportunity with a
large New Zealand-owned organisation in the primary industries, apply online
today or visit us at 5923 State Highway 1, Moerewa to find out more.
