Mechanical Planning Leader
About the role
Join a 2026 AFR BOSS Best Places to Work Gold Winner and 2026 Sustainability Champion recognised by the World Steel Association. Play a key role in shaping our performance across our InfraBuild Manufacturing business.
The Mechanical Planning Leader is accountable for leading and developing a team responsible for the deployment of effective maintenance practices including work management, cost management, spares management and outage (Downdays and shutdowns) management within the Sydney Rolling Mill maintenance activities.
What you will be doing:
- Lead a team of Maintenance Planners responsible for delivering safe, efficient and reliable maintenance outcomes across the site.
- With the co-ordination of the Mechanical Leader, Plan and coordinate maintenance activities, shutdowns and major works to maximise equipment reliability and minimise downtime.
- Plan and co-ordinate the day to day and down time lubrication activities.
- Drive compliance with maintenance planning standards, ensuring work is properly scoped, scheduled, executed and recorded.
- Build strong relationships with maintenance, operations, stores and procurement teams to ensure resources and critical spares are available when needed.
- Champion safety by promoting best practice, ensuring compliance with safe work systems and leading by example.
- Identify equipment improvement opportunities and implement reliability-focused solutions to enhance plant performance.
- Coach and develop team members, fostering a high-performing culture focused on continuous improvement and operational excellence.
- Relieve the Maintenance Leader and existing Maintenance Planners when required.
You will be rewarded with:
- Full time permanent position
- Participation in (place incentive scheme details here e.g Quarterly Incentive Plan)
- Genuine career progression and development opportunities
- A supportive, collaborative and close-knit team environment
Primary Benefits
We offer a range of benefits designed to support you at work and beyond:
- Paid parental leave that goes further - 20 weeks paid Primary Carer Leave and 3 weeks Partner Leave, plus superannuation contributions during unpaid leave (eligibility applies)
- Health cover at discounted rates - Access corporate rates with nib Health Insurance to support you and your family
- Everyday savings - Access a wide range of employee discounts across major brands including retail, travel and lifestyle
- Invest in your development - Access to learning platforms and development opportunities to support your career growth
What you will bring:
- 5+ years' experience in a heavy industrial, manufacturing or maintenance environment
- Relevant Trade or Engineering qualifications
- Strong safety leadership and a demonstrated commitment to safe work practices
- Proven experience leading teams and driving maintenance, reliability and continuous improvement initiatives
- Experience using CMMS systems, preferably SAP
- Exceptional planning, prioritisation and problem-solving skills, with the flexibility to support after-hours operational requirements when needed
Why join us?
We offer more than just a job; we provide a dynamic environment built on three pillars that define our commitment to both our team and our industry.
- Work with a greater purpose - join us on our pursuit of a sustainable future and contribute to our nation’s legacy.
- Work well, live better – experience a safe, supportive and inclusive environment which values you as a whole person and where wellbeing matters.
- Build your own future – grow and drive your own development to grow your skills. Everyday is an opportunity to grow.
About us
InfraBuild manufactures steel using recycled scrap through our electric arc furnace network in Victoria and New South Wales.
Our integrated model, from recycling to rolling, supports consistent quality, supply reliability and the development of lower embodied carbon steel solutions for Australia’s construction industry.
How to apply
We invite you to forge your career in a workplace where passion meets purpose, wellbeing is nurtured and the opportunity to thrive is in your hands.
We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Your diversity helps us create more sustainable and innovative steel solutions for Australia’s future.
We are a 2026 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.