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Maintenance Planner

J.D. Irving


Job Location:

Halifax - Canada

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 7 September 2026 (9 hours ago)
Application Deadline: 5 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Maintenance Planner to support our Maintenance Supervisor in optimizing workforce efficiency and material this role you will be responsible for coordinating maintenance activities managing work orders within JD Edwards (E1) and ensuring alignment between maintenance and production schedules.

This position plays a critical role in driving reliability safety and operational excellence by ensuring maintenance work is properly planned resourced and executed.



Responsibilities
  • Plan and schedule maintenance activities to ensure efficient execution.
  • Manage work orders in JD Edwards (E1) including tracking updates and backlog management.
  • Coordinate material ordering receipt and inventory to align with maintenance plans.
  • Work with Production to schedule equipment downtime effectively.
  • Prioritize work orders based on operational criticality.
  • Maintain a 4-week lookahead maintenance plan.
  • Review and improve preventative maintenance programs.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Coordinate subcontractors and assist with invoice reconciliation.
  • Conduct field checks to validate plans and ensure alignment with operational needs.
  • Ensure all planned work meets safety standards and policies.


Qualifications
  • Trade or technologist certification (e.g. Industrial Electrician Industrial or Heavy Duty Mechanic Instrumentation Technician).
  • Experience with a CMMS (JD Edwards preferred).
  • Strong computer skills (Excel Word email).
  • Strong troubleshooting organization and communication skills.
  • Maintenance planning/scheduling experience.
  • Experience with condition monitoring testing or technical certifications (e.g. PMP Certified Planner).
  • Exposure to power generation HVAC or industrial equipment systems.

Due to the nature of work Irving Shipbuilding does all successful applicants must meet requirements for the Canadian Controlled Goods Program (CGP) Canadian Government Security clearance and U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

Please note this position requires a full-time in-office presence.




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Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With ... View more

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