Engineering Planner

JR United Kingdom; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading UK manufacturer known for producing essential hygiene products. This role offers the chance to be part of a supportive engineering team focused on continuous improvement and operational efficiency. You will manage maintenance plans, coordinate resources, and ensure safety standards while working in a fast-paced industrial environment. Enjoy competitive salaries with regular reviews, generous holiday allowances, and various employee benefits. This is an exciting opportunity for those looking to make a significant impact in a stable, 24/7 operation.

Benefits

25 days holiday + 8 statutory bank holidays

Pension scheme (4% employee / 5% employer)

Private medical cover

Early access to pay programs

Discounts through App

Cycle to work scheme

Free monthly company products

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in mechanical engineering with contractor supervision.
• Strong planning, organisation, and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage detailed weekly maintenance plans.
• Coordinate labour, contractors, tools, and equipment for maintenance.

Skills

Mechanically biased with hands-on experience

Planning and organisation skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Confident communicator

Education

HNC in Mechanical Engineering

Completed a mechanical engineering apprenticeship

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft SharePoint

MS Project

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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
• 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

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