About Our Certified Maintenance Planner Course

Time Training Center’s 5-day, 30-hour Certified Maintenance Planner (CMP) course equips you with the skills to plan, schedule, and manage maintenance work orders effectively, ensuring optimal asset reliability and controlled costs.

The role of a Maintenance Planner is integral to ensuring that asset reliability and availability are maintained at optimal levels while keeping costs under control. The planning and scheduling processes within the maintenance department serve as the foundational elements for the execution of all work orders. Incorrectly planned maintenance activities can disrupt the entire maintenance process, leading to inefficiencies and additional costs. Conversely, work orders that are effectively planned and executed can significantly enhance the overall performance and reliability of the maintenance team.

This course is designed to equip participants with the essential skills needed to develop and manage effective maintenance work orders. It covers the critical aspects of planning and scheduling, addressing all logistical considerations and constraints. Additionally, it emphasizes the importance of collaboration with various departments to ensure the seamless execution of maintenance activities. Through practical examples and case studies, participants will gain insights into the best practices and key principles of maintenance planning that will enable them to drive the efficiency and effectiveness of their maintenance functions.

Certified Maintenance Planner  Course Objectives

Upon successful completion of this Certified Maintenance Planner course, participants will be able to:

• Apply advanced concepts and techniques to effectively plan, schedule, and control maintenance activities across various operational environments.
• Utilize project management tools and techniques to successfully manage major maintenance projects and shutdowns.
• Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of how to maintain optimal stock levels for spare parts, ensuring operational continuity and availability.
• Develop and implement key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure and improve the performance of critical maintenance processes.
• Select appropriate capital budgeting techniques for evaluating maintenance-related capital expenditures.
• Foster collaborative relationships with team members, management, and other departments to achieve organizational maintenance goals.
• Enhance teamwork and cross-functional collaboration to support a culture of reliability and performance improvement.
• Translate theoretical knowledge into practical actions through case studies and real-life application scenarios.

Who Should Attend Our Certified Maintenance Planner Course?

This course is highly beneficial for individuals responsible for maintenance planning, scheduling, and control activities, including:

• Maintenance Managers and Supervisors
• Maintenance Planners
• Maintenance Coordinators
• Reliability Engineers
• Project Managers overseeing major maintenance projects
• Plant Managers with maintenance oversight responsibilities

Certified Maintenance Planner  Course Training Methodology

We employ a comprehensive and applied learning strategy, integrating theory with real-world implementation:

• 30% Conceptual Learning: Expert-led sessions on catalytic theory and engineering principles
• 20% Interactive Workshops: Group exercises, presentations, and technical discussion forums
• 30% Case-Based Learning: Industry-specific examples and troubleshooting scenarios
• 20% Technology Integration: Digital tools, simulations, and catalyst modeling applications

Note: Instructors may adjust the training approach to fit technical requirements or participant engagement levels.

Certified Maintenance Planner  Course Instructor

Our courses are delivered by highly qualified instructors with extensive experience in both industry and academia. With decades of hands-on expertise across a wide range of technical disciplines, our instructors are dedicated to providing high-quality, impactful training that equips participants with practical knowledge and skills they can immediately apply. Full instructor profiles are available upon request.

Certified Maintenance Planner  Course Fees

The course fee includes the following:

• Course Materials: Comprehensive participant materials, including lecture notes, slides, and case study documents. (Tablet or IPAD)
• Coffee/Tea: Provided on arrival and during morning and afternoon breaks to keep participants refreshed.
• Buffet Lunch: Served daily to ensure participants have an opportunity to network and recharge during lunch breaks.

Certified Maintenance Planner  Course Outline

Module 1: Putting Planning in Context

• Pre-test assessment of existing knowledge
• Understanding the modern maintenance strategy
• Viewing maintenance as a key business process
• The business case for effective maintenance planning
• Analyzing the financial benefits of maintenance planning
• Addressing scope challenges in maintenance activities
• Optimizing maintenance frequency for maximum impact
• Evaluating the value of improving maintenance efficiency
• Exploring benefits for both operations and the maintenance team
• Understanding safety performance improvements through planning

Module 2: The Maintenance Planning Process

• The evolving role of the Maintenance Planner
• Clarifying the relationship between maintenance, asset management, and organizational goals
• The importance of setting clear objectives and selecting the right types of maintenance
• A historical perspective on the evolution of maintenance functions
• Defining and refining the planning process for maintenance activities
• Types of maintenance and their respective planning requirements
• Clarification of roles within the maintenance function
• Establishing and managing an effective work order system
• Setting priorities for maintenance work orders and tasks

Module 3: Establishing Preventive Maintenance Programs

• Designing a preventive maintenance program that mitigates risks
• Exploring the challenges and benefits of preventive maintenance planning
• Planning for major maintenance activities and shutdowns
• Managing the unique challenges of shutdowns and turnarounds
• A model of excellence for shutdown preparation
• The scope of work and activities involved in shutdown planning
• Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) requirements for maintenance planning

Module 4: Resource and Manpower Planning

• Understanding planning and scheduling constraints
• Implementing the critical path method (CPM) for task scheduling
• Forward and backward scheduling techniques
• Planning manpower requirements and resource allocation
• Creating and using resource planning histograms for optimal resource utilization
• Planning and preparing for strategic maintenance work activities

Module 5: Controlling and Optimizing Maintenance Work

• Types of control and the documentation required for effective oversight
• Using Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to track and improve maintenance performance
• Identifying sources of data for maintenance KPIs
• Analyzing examples of maintenance KPIs in real-world settings
• Driving continuous improvement in maintenance operations
• Learning from recurring maintenance tasks and refining policies
• Capturing learning from inspections and planned maintenance reviews
• Scope optimization and strategies for enhancing work processes

Module 6: Productivity and Conflict Management

• The 3R’s process for optimizing maintenance efficiency
• Addressing the challenges of labor utilization and tool time management
• Implementing the Driven DILO (Day In the Life Of) process for productivity improvement
• The importance of measuring and tracking productivity in maintenance activities
• Identifying and overcoming common planning challenges
• Analyzing the 5T’s for effective process and task management
• Conducting SMED (Single-Minute Exchange of Die) analysis for improved workflow
• Develop communication skills to deal with maintenance colleagues, management, and end-users
• Recognizing and overcoming communication barriers
• Managing conflicts effectively and improving team dynamics
• Understanding conflict management styles and strategies for resolution

Module 7: Capstone and Assessment

• Review of Core Topics and Key Learnings
• Final Group Discussion and Q&A
• Competence Validation Exam
• Certificate Presentation

Course Completion Certificate

Upon successfully completing the Certified Maintenance Planner (CMP) Course at Time Training Center, participants will receive an official Course Completion Certificate. This certificate recognizes their expertise in planning and scheduling maintenance activities, optimizing asset reliability, and implementing best practices to enhance operational efficiency and reduce costs.