Engineering Planning Maintenance Manager

Albert Bartlett; Airdrie; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent food processing company in Airdrie is seeking an Engineering Planning Maintenance Manager to lead maintenance activities, ensuring equipment uptime and compliance with safety regulations. The successful candidate will collaborate with production teams to develop schedules, manage resources, and implement continuous improvement strategies. This role requires strong technical expertise and leadership skills within a manufacturing environment, along with engineering qualifications. The company offers a comprehensive benefits package including pension plans and training opportunities.

Benefits

Pension Plans

Life Assurance

Leave Package

Training & Development

Employee Assistance Programme

Free Parking

31 days of annual leave

Flexible payment options

Retailer Discount Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Long Service Awards

Employee of the Month Awards

Discounted Products

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, and food processing systems.
• Proven experience in maintenance planning and team leadership within a manufacturing environment.
• Proficient in CMMS systems and spare parts management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage Preventative Maintenance schedules for equipment.
• Build weekly engineering schedules in collaboration with teams.
• Analyse downtime trends and implement corrective actions.

Skills

Mechanical understanding

Electrical understanding

Food processing systems knowledge

Team leadership

CMMS systems proficiency

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Analytical mindset

Education

Relevant engineering qualifications (HND, Degree)

IOSH or equivalent safety certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Maintenance software

Job description

Job Summary

The Engineering Planning Maintenance Manager at Albert Bartlett plays a pivotal role in ensuring maximum equipment uptime and supporting food safety compliance across our Added Value Potato Products site in Airdrie. You will lead the planning and scheduling of all maintenance activities—planned, preventative, and reactive—while managing resources, permits, and parts to minimise downtime and optimise productivity. This role requires strong leadership, technical expertise, and a proactive approach to continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and manage Preventative Maintenance (PPM) schedules for processing, packaging, refrigeration, and utilities equipment.
• Build weekly engineering schedules in collaboration with Engineering and Production teams.
• Review and prioritise work requests based on production impact and break down jobs into detailed tasks.
• Monitor work order close‑out with accurate feedback and root cause analysis.
• Work with Engineering Stores to maintain critical spares and optimise inventory levels.
• Maintain accurate engineering records for compliance with BRC, PUWER, LOLER, PSSR, ISO standards.
• Analyse downtime trends and implement corrective actions to improve reliability.
• Support CAPEX planning for efficiency and reliability improvements.

Skills & Experience Required:

• Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, and food processing systems.
• Proven experience in maintenance planning and team leadership within a manufacturing environment.
• Proficient in CMMS systems and spare parts management.
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance (PUWER, LOLER, PSSR, ISO standards).
• Excellent planning, organisational, and communication skills.
• Analytical mindset with a focus on reliability and continuous improvement.

Qualifications:

• Relevant engineering qualifications (HND, Degree, or equivalent experience).
• IOSH or equivalent safety certification is advantageous.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and maintenance software.

Benefits:

• Pension Plans
• Life Assurance
• Leave Package
• Training & Development
• Employee Assistance Programme - Counselling
• Free Parking
• 31 days of annual leave (inclusive of statutory holidays)
• Free parking
• Flexible payment options
• Life Assurance
• Access to Free Wellbeing Services (inc. counselling and financial advice)
• Retailer Discount Scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Wellbeing & Engagement Events throughout the year
• Long Service Awards
• Employee of the Month & On the Spot Awards
• Discounted Products