At a Glance
- Tasks: Plan and coordinate maintenance activities for Defence facilities with a focus on continuous improvement.
- Company: Join Ventia, a leading services provider in Australia and New Zealand.
- Benefits: Salary up to $100,000, early Friday finishes, and genuine career pathways.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace welcoming diverse backgrounds and providing training opportunities.
- Why this job: Enjoy stability, work-life balance, and meaningful contributions in a supportive team.
- Qualifications: Experience in maintenance planning and strong communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 90000 - 100000 $ per year.
Ventia is seeking a Maintenance Planner to join our Defence & Social Infrastructure contract, based at Irwin Barracks, Karrakatta WA. You’ll be responsible for planning and coordinating maintenance activities across Defence facilities, working within established frameworks while continuously improving how work is delivered. This is a stable, long-term role offering genuine work–life balance, flexibility, and the support of an experienced and collaborative team.
The role involves:
- Planning, scheduling and coordinating preventative and reactive maintenance works
- Managing work orders, parts, and maintenance data through SAP (ERP/EAM)
- Working closely with site teams and Defence representatives to meet operational requirements
- Monitoring performance, reporting on outcomes, and identifying planning improvements
- Supporting SHEQ compliance and safe work practices across site
This role is ideal for someone who:
- Has worked in a maintenance, facilities, or asset based environment
- Understands how good planning supports technicians, safety and delivery
- Is organised, confident liaising with stakeholders, and comfortable working to process
- Wants stability, structure and balance without losing exposure to meaningful work
What’s on offer:
- Salary package up to $90,000 - $100,000 including super, depending on experience
- Early Friday finish, wrapping up at 12pm each week
- Stable, long term Defence contract
- Supportive, down to earth team environment
- Training and development provided, including Defence systems and processes
- Genuine internal career pathways within Ventia
What you’ll bring:
- Previous experience in maintenance planning or scheduling
- Strong communication and stakeholder coordination skills
- Solid Microsoft Office skills, with SAP experience desirable
- Australian Citizenship is essential due to Defence clearance requirements
About Ventia:
As a leading services provider, we maintain, operate, and manage the essential infrastructure that makes modern life possible across Australia and New Zealand. With more than 35,000 employees and subcontractors across 400 sites, joining Ventia means becoming part of a team that values its people, supports career growth, and helps everyone go further towards their full potential. Our commitment to Fairness, Inclusion and Respect shapes how we lead, collaborate, hire and support one another. We welcome applications from people of all ages, abilities and backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all genders, identities, sexual orientations, beliefs and caring responsibilities. We are dedicated to providing an accessible recruitment process and encourage you to request adjustments at any stage.
Maintenance Planner employer: Ventia
Ventia is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and innovative work culture, particularly in the dynamic field of telecommunications. With a strong focus on employee growth, you will have the opportunity to mentor and lead a talented design team while working on impactful projects across Queensland. The hybrid work model offers flexibility, allowing you to balance your professional and personal life effectively, making Ventia a rewarding place to advance your career.
