Maintenance Planner in Runcorn

Are you seeking a role in which you be the principle contract and liaison between the maintenance department and operational planning? Do you thrive on providing an efficient and effective plans for the engineering department? We are seeking a Maintenance Planner to join our team based in Runcorn, and help us keep the world moving!

You will play a key role in the effective planning, execution, and monitoring of team activities to optimise performance within designated timeframes. Key responsibilities include conducting weekly review meetings to assess progress, updating action lists to ensure accountability, and analysing team performance to identify areas for improvement. Additionally, you will draft and publish work schedules and preparing job packs, while also maintaining preventive maintenance schedules to ensure operational efficiency.

You will be responsible for the development and tracking of key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor progress and address any operational challenges that may arise. This involves not only setting measurable goals but also implementing strategies to achieve them. The focus will be on ensuring the integrity and longevity of mechanical, electrical, and civil assets within the business unit, which is essential for maintaining high operational standards and minimizing downtime.

You will have experience in leading multi-functional engineering teams in heavy industry or manufacturing. You will have knowledge of regulations such as DSEAR, PUWER, LOLER, and COSHH, and have experience with risk assessments and producing Root Cause Analysis documentation. Excellent communication skills are essential for building relationships with stakeholders.

Key qualities include strong analytical and organisational skills for assessing team performance and managing schedules, as well as advanced proficiency in SAP and Excel for reporting and data analysis. Previous experience in budget management, auditing, and motivating team members is also beneficial. An initiative-taking problem-solving attitude and technical aptitude are crucial for enhancing operational effectiveness and achieving team goals.

Already one of the UKs leading port and logistics companies, we are planning substantial capital investment over the next 5 years to achieve our vision of becoming the UKs leading port operator. We have ambitious plans to grow and transform the supply chain to benefit our customers. Our investments are decarbonizing our operations, which in turn is helping us work towards our goal of having Net Zero Port Operations by 2040. Much of our success depends on our unrivalled facilities and technology. But in our sector, it comes down to having the right talent to enable our organisation to grow.

In addition to a competitive salary, we have a strong track record of developing our people to expand their skills and experience and develop their careers. Valuing and rewarding our workforce are important to us which is why we offer a fantastic range of flexible benefits to choose from, such as:

• 27 Days Annual Leave (plus bank holidays)
• Up to 10% Matched Contribution Pension
• Peel Ports Flexible Benefits including salary sacrifice car scheme, healthcare cash plans, Cycle2Work Scheme, Critical Illness insurance, Gym Membership Scheme, Retail Vouchers, plus more!
• Commitment to learning and personal development Last year we supported over 50,000 hours of training and personal development!
• We promote good physical and mental health and can provide additional support to colleagues via our Employee Assistance Programme when required.

If you believe you have the skills and experience, we are seeking and you want to join a thriving and ambitious place to work, wed really like to hear from you!