**Mechanical Work Preparation and Planning Technician** **Location:** Setúbal **Contract Type**: Permanent **Company**: The Navigator Company **The Navigator Company** is seeking to strengthen its Maintenance team by hiring a Mechanical Work Preparation and Planning Technician who will support the planning and scheduling of maintenance activities at the plant, as well as provide technical follow-up for awarded projects. **Main Responsibilities:** Plan and schedule shutdown interventions, optimizing timeframes while coordinating and organizing the necessary resources for their execution; Prepare/update work lists/specifications for market consultation, analyze proposals/budgets, and technically oversee procurement and execution of awarded projects; Support technical receipt of materials, supervise equipment assembly, and identify spare parts for coding purposes; Monitor technological developments and new methodologies within the area of expertise; Update facility/equipment structures and systematic maintenance plans in SAP. **What we value:** **Academic Qualifications** Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering. **Knowledge and Experience** Minimum of 2 years of experience in similar roles within an industrial environment, with a focus on maintenance planning and preparation procedures; Comfortable communicating and understanding the English language; User-level knowledge of SAP, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office will be a preferred qualification. **Soft Skills** Results-oriented, organized, and capable of planning; Ability to work cooperatively in teams, under pressure. **What we offer:** Competitive salary 25 vacation days Health insurance (extendable to family members) Life insurance Access to a Medical Center, including nutrition, physiotherapy, psychology, and more Pension fund Benefits for children from birth through academic studies Learning Center providing technical and behavioral training for all employees **Join The Navigator Company and Make a Difference!** At **The Navigator Company**, we don’t just manufacture paper, tissue, sustainable packaging, or bioenergy. We create solutions that help build a more sustainable future for everyone. We are a global company driven by innovation, cutting-edge technology, and above all, the talent of our people. We are committed to sustainability, biodiversity protection, and carbon emission reduction, but we know our greatest investment is always in those who work with us. Here, you’ll find a dynamic work environment that promotes professional growth, work-life balance, and continuous development. Together, we strive to leave a better planet for future generations. **Explore all open opportunities on our website and become part of our team.** **What makes us proud as an employer:** 10th most valuable Portuguese brand in 2024 Top-20 most attractive companies to work for in Portugal, “Randstad Employer Brand Research 2024” award Recognized as “2025 ESG Industry Top-Rated Company” by Morningstar Sustainalytics, included in the global “2025 ESG Top-Rated Companies” list RAIZ – Our Research Institute ranked fifth in the Inventa Barometer 2024 (highest position among non-higher education entities) Investor Relations & Governance Awards, awarded by Deloitte 2023 **Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:** **The Navigator Company** takes diversity and inclusion seriously, committed to building a team of individuals with diverse personal characteristics, life experiences, backgrounds, and skills. We believe an inclusive and diverse culture fosters equal opportunity, drives innovative thinking, and delivers results that add value to both the company and society. **By submitting your application, you confirm that you have read and acknowledged The Navigator Company's Data Protection Policies.** Applications must be submitted by 11/15/2025, by clicking and completing the form at "**Apply Now**". If you do not receive a response within 30 days, your application, although received, has not been successful.