Role: Maintenance Planner
Employment Type: 12 month FTC, Full Time OR Part Time
Location: Clay lake, this role will be required to be based at site 5 days a week
We have an amazing opportunity for a FTC Maintenance Planner position based within our Engineering function and reporting to the Head of Engineering Operations, you will lead the coordination and optimization of our engineering activities. This is a pivotal role designed to bridge the gap between technical maintenance and operational efficiency, ensuring our systems remain reliable and our service delivery stays top-tier.
You will act as a central pillar for the team, driving performance visibility and accountability through data-led decision-making. Success in this role means establishing seamless workflows for maintenance planning, contractor management, and financial administration, directly impacting our ability to innovate and maintain high standards across all sites.
Core Responsibilities
Coordinate and optimize maintenance planning and tracking across current and future systems
Schedule service visits, support site inductions, and manage contractor relationships
Monitor engineering downtime and maintain a prioritized issue list to minimize disruptions
Track and support site performance against key performance indicators and objectives
Manage purchase orders, financial tracking, and supplier liaison to ensure smooth fiscal operations
Implement Health & Safety compliance and statutory administration standards
Administer, develop, and deliver training on standard operating procedures
Support engineering audits to maintain high governance standards
Report on project progress and facilitate project meetings to ensure timely execution
Maintain action trackers to drive accountability across cross-site engineering initiatives
Who You Are
Effective communicator with the ability to engage confidently with internal and external stakeholders
Knowledgeable in using computerized systems for purchasing, services, and parts ordering
Familiar with procurement processes and managing supplier or contract queries
Experienced in operating within an FMCG or comparable fast-paced environment
Proficient in Google Workspace and MS Office, specifically managing data in sheets or Excel
Highly organized with a strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines
Analytical thinker capable of using data to assess and diagnose business performance
Adaptable and resilient when working under pressure
Committed to learning and growth, with a proactive approach to further training
Flexible to travel between sites as required to support engineering programs