Shutdown Planner | 8:6 FIFO from Perth | Gold Mining | Permanent Full-time
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LocationPerth, Western Australia, Australia
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityMid
Company size501–1,000 people
PostedOct 13, 2026 · 3w ago
Verified live2d ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Experience planning and coordinating shutdowns within mining, mineral processing or heavy industry
Strong knowledge of fixed plant maintenance and shutdown planning principles
Proven ability to develop work scopes, resource estimates and detailed shutdown schedules
Experience using Pronto or a similar CMMS
Experience using Microsoft Project or Primavera
Strong communication, contractor management and stakeholder engagement skills
Excellent planning and organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities
Trade qualification
Engineering qualification
Skills
Pronto
Microsoft Project
Primavera
Benefits
Health insurance
Salary sacrifice
Novated leasing
Airport parking
Professional development
Catalyst Metals
Catalyst Metals Limited owns and operates the Plutonic Gold Mine, located in the Eastern Gascoyne region of Western Australia. The operation continues to expand underground, with several mining areas successfully transitioning from development into production.
Catalyst is committed to building a sustainable, long-life gold business, underpinned by disciplined technical planning, operational excellence and continuous improvement.
Listed on the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX: CYL), Catalyst Metals is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from people who identify as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander.
About the Role
Reporting to the Maintenance Superintendent, the Shutdown Planner is responsible for developing and coordinating shutdown plans for the processing plant and associated infrastructure.
Working closely with Operations, Maintenance, Supply Chain and contractors, you will establish clear work scopes, develop detailed schedules and ensure labour, materials, equipment and services are ready ahead of each shutdown. Your focus will be on delivering safe, well-prepared shutdowns that minimise plant downtime, control costs and improve asset reliability.
Key Responsibilities
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Develop and maintain shutdown scopes, work packs and schedules, ensuring work is clearly defined, prioritised and achievable within shutdown timeframes.
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Coordinate labour, contractors, equipment, materials and specialist services to support successful shutdown execution.
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Liaise with Operations, Maintenance and Supply Chain to manage plant access, isolations, material readiness and return-to-service requirements.
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Review maintenance backlogs, inspection findings and statutory requirements to identify and prioritise shutdown work.
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Support shutdown budgeting, cost control and scope management while communicating risks, milestones and progress to stakeholders.
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Monitor shutdown performance and coordinate post-shutdown reviews, ensuring work completion, close-out activities and continuous improvement initiatives are captured.
Requirements
To be successful in this role, you will possess:
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Experience planning and coordinating shutdowns within mining, mineral processing or heavy industry.
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Strong knowledge of fixed plant maintenance and shutdown planning principles.
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Proven ability to develop work scopes, resource estimates and detailed shutdown schedules.
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Experience using Pronto or a similar CMMS, along with Microsoft Project or Primavera.
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Strong communication, contractor management and stakeholder engagement skills.
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Excellent planning and organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities.
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A trade or engineering qualification will be highly regarded.
Benefits
Why Catalyst?
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8:6 FIFO roster from Perth promoting genuine work-life balance.
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Health insurance eligibility.
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Salary sacrifice options, including novated leasing, airport car parking and more.
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Exposure to a growing and expanding gold operation.
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Opportunity to shape shutdown planning practices and improve plant performance.
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Supportive and collaborative site leadership team.
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Ongoing development and internal progression opportunities.
If you take pride in preparing shutdowns that run safely, efficiently and to plan, we’d love to hear from you. Applications are currently being accepted, so apply now.
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