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An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Turnaround Planner (Mechanical & Work Process) to join a leading industrial operation in Western Australia. This role plays a key part in delivering high-quality planning, scheduling, and execution of major turnarounds across complex processing facilities.
  
Responsibilities:

• Planning and developing detailed mechanical (static/rotary) turnaround scopes, including safety-critical and improvement projects
• Preparing work packs, QA plans, and managing discipline approvals
• Leading the implementation and continuous improvement of turnaround work processes and procedures
• Collaborating with Maintenance, Inspection, Projects, and Production teams to ensure execution readiness
• Managing material planning, stock control, and timely procurement to support project timelines

This position is based in Perth, with regular travel to a Karratha-based plant during the initial six months.
  
Requirements:

• A Certificate III/IV, Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, or relevant trade qualification (or engineering degree with hands-on experience)
• 5–10 years’ experience in petrochemical, oil & gas, or similar heavy industries
• Proven success in planning and executing multiple full-cycle major turnarounds
• Strong working knowledge of Primavera P6, SAP, and Microsoft Office
• Excellent understanding of industry regulations, standards, and safety systems
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Australian or New Zealand citizenship or permanent residency (mandatory)

Benefits Include:

• Competitive salary package
• Annual bonus based on performance
• 5 weeks of annual leave
• Flexible work arrangements including RDO roster (16 RDOs per year)
• $1,000 annual health and wellness allowance
• Paid parental leave
• Salary packaging options
• Active social club and wellness programs

  
Job Offer: This is a permanent role, the client is offering a very attractive salary package.
  
About Engineering Trades Australia: Engineering Trades Australia is a recruitment and flexible workforce solution provider which connects talented people with opportunities throughout Australia. We specialize in highly skilled roles across a variety of technical and professional sectors matching candidates with industry-leading projects and organizations on a contract or permanent basis. Engineering Trades Australia has major bases of operation in Perth, Brisbane, Karratha, Kalgoorlie and Bunbury. Engineering Trades Australia is proud to be equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and female candidates.

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