Mechanical Planner

• Plan and take ownership of shutdown maintenance work scopes, work packs and CMMS work orders
• Coordinate planning readiness for complex brownfield LNG shutdowns and turnaround campaigns
• Contract opportunity supporting Tier 1 shutdown delivery within high performing maintenance teams

UGL delivers engineering, construction, maintenance and asset management services to the oil & gas, LNG, power, resources and defence sectors. As part of the CIMIC Group, UGL partners with major operators to deliver brownfield LNG shutdowns, turnarounds and major maintenance programs across Australia.

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Planner to support the delivery of major LNG shutdowns and turnaround activities.

This is a detail-focused planning role suited to a shutdown professional who thrives in structured, high-pressure environments and can ensure work is fully planned, scoped and ready for execution. You will play a critical role in developing work packs, coordinating materials and resources, and ensuring shutdown readiness across all maintenance activities.

The role is based in Adelaide CBD, with hybrid working options.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop detailed shutdown work packs including labour, materials, scaffolding, tooling and access requirements
• Plan and coordinate shutdown maintenance activities to ensure safe, efficient and cost-effective execution
• Manage and maintain CMMS work orders, ensuring all scope is clearly defined and execution-ready
• Attend pre-shutdown meetings, TAR reviews and provide readiness updates via shutdown reporting
• Coordinate material availability, procurement activities and vendor requirements
• Drive planning accuracy to within 10% for cost and time, with clear ownership of budget performance
• Support mobilisation planning including site setup, equipment, tooling and temporary facilities
• Coordinate permits and ensure compliance with shutdown safety and environmental requirements
• Provide progress updates and support execution teams during shutdown delivery
• Assist with shutdown close-out, capturing lessons learned and updating maintenance records
• Support contractor coordination and performance monitoring against KPIs

About you

• Trade or engineering background in Mechanical or related discipline
• Proven experience as a Mechanical Planner within LNG, oil & gas or heavy industry shutdown environments
• Strong understanding of shutdown work management, planning processes and CMMS systems
• Experience developing work packs, estimating resources and coordinating materials and procurement
• Ability to work across planning and execution phases of shutdowns and turnarounds
• Strong stakeholder engagement with operations, maintenance teams and contractors
• Highly organised, detail-oriented and able to manage multiple priorities under pressure
• Safety-focused with a strong understanding of permit systems and shutdown controls

What we offer

• Adelaide CBD based contract role with site mobilisation for shutdown activities
• Exposure to Tier 1 shutdown planning frameworks and systems
• Competitive day rate aligned to experience and scope
• Dynamic shutdown environment with repeat campaign potential
• Opportunity to work with experienced shutdown and maintenance teams across UGL and major clients

About UGL

UGL is part of the CIMIC Group, operating across Australia and New Zealand. We value diversity, inclusion and collaboration and are committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities in which we operate.

UGL is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from women, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, mature aged workers and individuals from culturally diverse backgrounds.

How to apply

If you are an experienced Mechanical Planner with shutdown or turnaround experience, click Apply and follow the prompts.

Please note: Pre-employment screening will be conducted, including right to work verification, reference checks, national criminal history check, and pre-employment medical assessment (including drug and alcohol screening).