Production Planner

Bradken is equipping the resource sector to sustainably advance society.

As our Production Planner, you'll be joining a global leader in the design, manufacture and supply of wear products and services for mining equipment.

With 3,000 team members worldwide and a bold goal of carbon neutrality by 2030, you’ll be part of a diverse team driving innovation, accuracy and service excellence.

This role is responsible for planning and coordinating the flow of products across the full manufacturing cycle to ensure customer orders are delivered safely, on time, and in a cost-effective manner.

This position works closely with internal sales, production, and supply chain teams to maintain accurate production plans, manage order priorities, and optimise delivery performance (DIFOT). It plays a key role in aligning demand with production capacity while proactively identifying and resolving potential constraints.

• Review and validate sales orders against production capacity and material availability
• Develop and maintain production plans to meet customer delivery timelines
• Monitor and manage order due dates to improve DIFOT performance
• Continuously review production plans to identify risks related to stock, capacity, and delivery
• Update production planning systems with accurate order and completion data

• Work closely with production teams to maximise operational efficiency and adherence to plans
• Liaise with internal stakeholders to manage changing priorities and ensure alignment
• Support monitoring and improvement of manufacturing cycle times
• Coordinate with suppliers to ensure timely material availability

• Maintain accurate production data and reporting within ERP/MRP systems (e.g. Epicor)
• Provide regular updates on order status, lead times, and forward production loads
• Generate scheduled and ad-hoc reports to support operational decision-making

• Identify inefficiencies in planning processes and recommend improvements
• Support development of planning tools, systems, and workflows
• Contribute to improving supply chain performance and supplier relationships

• Maintain a safe and compliant work environment
• Ensure adherence to company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements

Degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, Manufacturing, or a related field (desirable)

• Demonstrated years of experience in production planning within a manufacturing or heavy industry environment
• Experience working with ERP/MRP systems (e.g. Epicor)
• Foundry production experience desirable but not essential
• Proven ability to manage production schedules and meet delivery targets
• Experience improving planning processes and order fulfilment performance

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Advanced Excel and data analysis capability
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Understanding of manufacturing processes and production workflows

If you’re ready to step into a role where strategy meets execution and leadership drives results, we’d love to hear from you.

Be challenged. Be inspired. Be heard. Apply now and lead a team that builds with pride, safety, and purpose.