Lead Service Planner

At Konecranes, we believe that great customer experience is built on the people behind the Konecranes name. Everything we do, we do with passion and drive. We believe diversity drives business success and is the foundation for our growth. We welcome different backgrounds and skills that enrich our community and we promote a place where we can ALL be ourselves. This is what makes Konecranes a unique place to work.

We are currently seeking a passionate, energetic and engaging Lead Service Planner to join our team. Based in Canning Vale, and reporting to the National Planning and Administration Manager, you will be responsible for leading the team of planners across WA, while also planning and executing of service, repairs and maintenance work through the assigned team of Technicians in Perth.

The Role

• Lead and manage the planning team in Western Australia.
• Plan, prioritise and schedule planned work
• Plan breakdown work with the assistance of Field Supervisors and Service Management
• Arrange/ordering sub-contracted goods, services and equipment.
• Capture and controlling job-related costs by way of time and material trackers in provided systems
• Effectively communicating the planning process and timelines to customers, operatives and subcontractors
• Tracking and receiving material orders to facilitate a timely delivery of Orderbook when requisite components are available
• Demonstrate safe working practises in line with company processes and procedures

The Candidate

• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with customers, suppliers and team members
• 3-5 years in a leading role
• Positive attitude with a can-do approach to tasks
• Natural collaborator with a willingness to support the team to ensure goals are met
• Safety conscious 
• Demonstrated ability to plan jobs and develop a work scope
• Excellent time management skills
• Intermediate computer skills with experience working with the Office 365 Suite of products (i.e. Word, Excel and Outlook)

The Offer

• A competitive salary based on experience
• 17.5% Annual Leave Loading when on periods of annual leave
• 15% Bonus
• An opportunity to share in the success of the Company by participating an our annual employee share plans
•  Support and encouragement to develop your skills with local and global training opportunities available

Our key objective is to improve the safety, productivity, and sustainability of our customers’ operations today and in the future. Get started with a reputable global organisation.

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Konecranes is a global leader in material handling solutions, serving a broad range of customers across multiple industries. We consistently set the industry benchmark, from everyday improvements to the breakthroughs at moments that matter most, because we know we can always find a safer, more productive and sustainable way. That's why, with 16 000+ professionals in over 50 countries, we are trusted every day to lift, handle and move what the world needs.

Konecranes is committed to ensuring that all employees and job applicants are treated fairly in an environment which is free from any form of discrimination.