Job Title: Engineering Planner
Location: Chesterfield
Salary: £40,000 – £45,000 (Depending on Experience)
Hours: 39 hours per week, Monday to Friday (07:00–15:30 and 07:00–15:00 split)
Join a Leading UK Manufacturer
My client a long-standing UK manufacturer that plays a key role in producing essential hygiene products used nationwide. With a strong focus on continuous improvement and operational efficiency, this business offers the opportunity to join a supportive and forward-thinking engineering team where your ideas and expertise will be valued.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop and manage detailed weekly maintenance plans, including 5-weekly engineering shuts
Coordinate labour, contractors (30–40 on-site during shuts), tools, and equipment
Translate daily maintenance needs into prioritised, achievable work plans
Work closely with Mechanical and Electrical Leads, Engineering Manager, and Production teams
Ensure all planned maintenance is documented and fully resourced (RAMS, SOPs, POs)
Maintain records using the CMMS system and support improvement of PPM schedules
Liaise with contractors and insurance inspectors
Promote health & safety through audits and safe systems of work
About You:
Mechanically biased with hands-on experience and contractor supervision
Strong planning, organisation, and time management skills
Confident communicator who works well across departments
Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and SharePoint (MS Project is a bonus)
Completed a mechanical engineering apprenticeship (City & Guilds or NVQ equivalent)
Comfortable working in a busy, fast-moving industrial environment
Desirable:
HNC in Mechanical Engineering
Experience in paper/packaging or similar manufacturing
Supervisory experience
What’s in It for You?
Competitive salary with regular inflation-linked reviews
25 days holiday + 8 statutory bank holidays
Pension scheme (4% employee / 5% employer)
Private medical cover and employee healthcare support
Early access to pay programs
Discounts through App
Cycle to work and tech purchase schemes
Free monthly company products
Join a stable, 24/7 operation with a strong team culture
If this sounds like you or if you have any questions, reach out to me on the details below with your availability to chat or apply below.
To Contact Directly:
Zoe Murray
Senior Executive Consultant
Phone: (phone number removed)
Email