Maintenance Planner | New Zealand

Job Description

This is Us!

At Goodman Fielder our purpose is simple. It's about making everyday food better for everyone.

We are a leading global food company, and the custodian of a host of iconic Kiwi brands like Meadow Fresh, Puhoi Valley, Molenberg, Natures Fresh and Freya's that generations of New Zealanders have grown up with and put in their supermarket trolleys every week.

We might be biased but we believe our team here at Goodman Fielder is an amazing place to work, and a great team to be part of! We're driven by our values - We Grow Together, We Keep Things Simple, We Get Stuff Done

About the Role

We are currently seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Maintenance Planner to join our team at the Longburn site.

Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, this role is responsible for ensuring the integrity and accuracy of all data within the CMMS system, and for leveraging that data to drive the efficiency and effectiveness of the Maintenance department.

You'll work closely with the Maintenance and Electrical Team Leaders to plan, schedule, and allocate maintenance work in line with operational priorities—supporting plant reliability, compliance, and continuous improvement.

To make this happen, your responsibilities will include:

• Coordinating and allocating maintenance tasks to ensure smooth and efficient operations
• Reviewing completed maintenance work and implementing corrective actions where required
• Updating and adjusting maintenance schedules based on plant priorities and equipment availability
• Ensuring calibrations are completed within required timeframes
• Supporting and contributing to a range of plant improvement and reliability projects

About You

• Strong communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage key stakeholders across the business
• Solid plant knowledge and strong mechanical aptitude
• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to quality
• Competence in using CMMS, SAP, and Microsoft Office applications
• A self-motivated, results-driven approach
• A positive, proactive mindset and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment

What we can offer

You will be joining a driven team of professionals who genuinely enjoy working together, resulting in a highly collaborative and flexible work environment. In return for your passion and success, we will reward you with a competitive remuneration package and help you to achieve personal and professional growth and development.

At Goodman Fielder, we aim to be a destination employer in the food industry where we don't just offer jobs - we offer long-term careers.

What are you waiting for? Apply now.