At a Glance
- Tasks: Plan and coordinate maintenance activities to keep our manufacturing site running smoothly.
- Company: Join a leading International FMCG business with a focus on growth and teamwork.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, career development opportunities, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for continuous improvement and career advancement.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by optimising equipment reliability and minimising downtime.
- Qualifications: Degree in engineering or relevant field; experience with maintenance planning is a plus.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 45000 £ per year.
If you are ambitious, self-motivated, hardworking and a team player and interested in growing your career with an International FMCG business, please read through our job opportunity.
Key Purpose
To ensure the effective planning, scheduling, and coordination of maintenance activities across the manufacturing site, supporting the Engineering Manager in optimizing asset reliability, minimizing downtime, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain preventive and predictive maintenance schedules for plant equipment and facilities.
- Plan and coordinate corrective maintenance activities, ensuring timely resolution of equipment failures.
- Ensure alignment with Production requirements and Production schedules.
- Collaborate with engineering, production, and HSE teams to prioritize maintenance tasks in line with operational and safety requirements.
- Manage work orders, spare parts, and resource allocation through the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, industry standards, and internal maintenance policies.
- Monitor contractor performance and coordinate external service providers for specialized maintenance tasks.
- Track and analyze maintenance KPIs (e.g., equipment availability, mean time between failures, maintenance costs).
- Support continuous improvement initiatives in reliability, asset management, and maintenance efficiency.
- Provide input into capital projects and equipment upgrades from a maintenance planning perspective.
Key Result Areas
- Reduction in unplanned downtime and improved equipment reliability.
- Timely execution of preventive and corrective maintenance plans.
- Effective utilization of resources, spare parts, and contractors.
- Compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.
- Accurate and timely reporting of maintenance KPIs.
- Brings Transparency to Engineering & Maintenance activities.
- Positive audit outcomes from internal and external reviews.
- Contribution to cost savings and efficiency improvements in maintenance operations.
Behavioural Competencies
- Self-Management
- Drive for Excellence
- Technical Expertise and Professionalism
- Emotional Resilience
- Interaction
- Collaborative Team Working
- Effective Communication
- Information
- Problem Analysis
- Decision Making and Judgement
- Problem Solving
- Initiative and Taking Ownership
- Flexibility and Adaptability
- Organisation
- Planning, Organising and Communicating
Technical Competencies
- Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) - Advanced Knowledge
- Preventive & Predictive Maintenance Planning - Advanced Knowledge
- Reliability Engineering Principles - General Knowledge
- Regulatory Compliance (UK/EU) - General Knowledge
- Spare Parts & Inventory Management - General Knowledge
- Contractor & Vendor Management - General Knowledge
- Data Analysis & KPI Reporting - General Knowledge
- Project Support & Capital Planning - Basic Knowledge
Qualifications & Education
Graduate calibre in a relevant discipline such as Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or Industrial Maintenance. Professional certifications (preferred): CMMS training, Reliability-Centered Maintenance (RCM), or equivalent EU-recognised qualification. Additional training in asset management, predictive maintenance technologies, and regulatory compliance is advantageous.
Maintenance Planner - Days in Middleton employer: Dormont Manufacturing Co
Join a dynamic International FMCG business that values ambition and self-motivation, offering a collaborative work culture where your contributions directly impact operational excellence. With a strong focus on employee growth, we provide opportunities for professional development through training in advanced maintenance practices and regulatory compliance, ensuring you thrive in your career while enjoying the benefits of a supportive team environment. Located in a vibrant area, our company promotes a healthy work-life balance and is committed to safety and quality standards, making it an excellent place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
