Equipment Planning Coordinator - Trinidad

The Equipment Planning Coordinator is responsible for developing and implementing equipment management strategies to optimize utilization, control costs, and ensure alignment with business needs. This role provides high-level administrative and technical support in Maximo, oversees preventive maintenance (PM) planning, and serves as the focal point for lease-versus-buy decisions. The Equipment Planning Coordinator will work closely with operations, maintenance, and finance teams to improve visibility into equipment utilization, maintenance spend, and long-term planning.

• Develop and implement equipment planning strategies to optimize utilization and cost-effectiveness.
• Provide data-driven insights on equipment usage, maintenance trends, and cost analysis to support decision-making.
• Establish a framework for evaluating lease vs. buy decisions based on demand, operational needs, and financial impact.
• Ensure preventive maintenance (PM) schedules are developed, tracked, and executed in alignment with industry best practices.
• Monitor equipment performance, downtime, and maintenance spend to identify areas for process improvement.
• Act as a liaison between operations and maintenance teams to ensure equipment availability and reliability.
• Utilize Maximo (or equivalent CMMS) to manage equipment data, track maintenance activities, and generate reports.
• Develop and maintain equipment-related policies, procedures, and compliance requirements.
• Support the standardization of equipment management practices across business units.
• Work with finance teams to forecast equipment costs and support budget planning.
• Track and analyze equipment expenditures, providing insights to optimize cost efficiency.
• Support contract negotiations for equipment leasing, rentals, and purchases of spare parts and equipment.
• Generate detailed reports on equipment health and performance
• Communicate findings to equipment coordinator, and other stakeholders
• Present recommendations for equipment upgrade or replacements
• Prepare monthly fixed asset inventory reports

• BSc Degree in Engineering, Business Administration and Management or with an emphasis on Supply Chain and Operations Management, OR
• National Engineering Technician Diploma; Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation or Industrial.
• Familiarity with industry standards and safety regulations for equipment management.
• Must be able to read and understand written procedures, shipping documents, safety manuals, and safety warning signs.
• Proven experience in equipment management, preferably within the oil and gas or industrial sectors.
• Strong understanding of preventative maintenance, repair coordination, and equipment certification.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and coordination skills across multiple teams and departments.
• Ability to manage resources effectively and work under pressure.
• Proficiency in Timewriting and asset tracking software is a plus.