About the job W Talent are delighted to be partnering with an established FMCG manufacturing business based in Sheffield to recruit a Maintenance Planner on a temporary basis. This is an opportunity to join an established Engineering team, playing a key role in coordinating planned and preventative maintenance activities across a busy manufacturing site. Job Description Reporting to the Engineering Manager, the Maintenance Planner will be responsible for planning, coordinating and monitoring maintenance activities across site, ensuring planned maintenance is completed effectively and engineering resources are utilised efficiently. You will work closely with Engineering and Production teams to schedule preventative maintenance, manage the maintenance backlog, coordinate contractors and ensure the necessary parts, materials and resources are available to complete planned works. This role would suit an experienced Maintenance Planner or Engineering Coordinator looking for a contract opportunity within a fast-paced FMCG manufacturing environment, where strong organisation and planning skills can directly support site reliability and production performance. Key Responsibilities Plan and schedule preventative, planned and corrective maintenance activities across site. Coordinate maintenance activities around production requirements to minimise disruption. Manage and maintain the site maintenance schedule and engineering backlog. Liaise with Engineering and Production teams to ensure planned maintenance is completed within agreed timescales. Coordinate external contractors, ensuring work is appropriately planned and site requirements are met. Ensure the required spare parts, materials, tools and resources are available ahead of planned maintenance activities. Raise, manage and close maintenance work orders through the site CMMS. Maintain accurate maintenance records and ensure relevant documentation is completed. Monitor planned maintenance completion, outstanding work and maintenance performance. Support the Engineering team with maintenance reporting and performance data. Identify opportunities to improve maintenance planning, scheduling and engineering efficiency. Support the implementation and continuous improvement of preventative maintenance programmes. Ensure all maintenance activities are planned and carried out in line with Health
23 Aug 2026 2343_1787559918 Maintenance Planner Negotiable Sheffield, SouthYorkshire employer: W Talent
W Talent is an exceptional employer that values its employees by offering a dynamic work culture and opportunities for professional growth within the property sector. With a focus on compliance and high standards, employees are empowered to make impactful decisions while enjoying the flexibility of a field-based role across the vibrant South Mids/North London region. The company fosters collaboration with internal teams and external contractors, ensuring a supportive environment where innovative solutions thrive.
