Engineering Planner - Brewing

AB InBev; Preston; On-site; GBP 54,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading brewing company is seeking a Maintenance Planner for their Brewing Department in Preston, UK. In this role, you will plan and coordinate maintenance activities to ensure optimal equipment performance. Ideal candidates will have a technical diploma or degree, several years of experience in maintenance, and knowledge of SAP-ERP. The company offers competitive benefits including a beer allowance, health support, and opportunities for community engagement.

Benefits

Competitive parental leave

25 days holidays per year

Employee benefits for health and wellness

Beer allowance

Volunteer days for community support

Global bonus

Private medical care

Qualifications

• Several years’ experience in maintenance planning or as a maintenance technician.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and automation systems.
• Able to prioritise tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, and prioritise maintenance activities across equipment.
• Build and maintain preventive maintenance programmes.
• Coordinate materials and tools for maintenance operations.
• Analyse equipment performance to identify improvements.
• Support continuous improvement projects to enhance reliability.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Prioritization skills

Education

Technical diploma or degree in Engineering, Industrial Maintenance

Tools

SAP-ERP

Advanced Excel

PowerBI

Job description

Seniority Level: Associate

#Ownership

Purpose

Brewing the world’s most loved beers and building brands consumers love, AB InBev is where ownership, ambition, and action thrive. We empower you to dream big, lead change, and create a long‑lasting legacy. We value relentless problem‑solvers who take accountability, embrace challenges, and turn bold goals into results through resilience and hard work.

What’s in it for you

• Benefits for you and your family to help your physical and mental health
• Competitive parental leave and pension double contributions
• 25 days holidays per year
• Employee benefits to help your physical and mental health and overall well‑being (travel insurance, gym memberships, discounted services, dental, etc.)
• A beer allowance to enjoy our brands
• 2 volunteer days a year to support your local community
• 4 employee networks to support diversity and inclusion
• Global Bonus
• WPA Private Medical Care
• 26 weeks paid leave for primary caregiver

Maintenance Planner – Brewing Department

Location: Samlesbury

Salary: £53,506.33 per annum.

Are you a proactive and organised maintenance professional looking to make a real impact in a world‑class brewing environment? We’re looking for a Maintenance Planner to join our Brewing team and help keep our equipment performing at its best.

As a Maintenance Planner, you’ll play a central role in planning, scheduling, and coordinating all preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance activities across the brewery. Your work will ensure our teams have what they need, when they need it, while maximising productivity, minimising downtime, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, and prioritise maintenance activities across mechanical, electrical, and automation equipment.
• Build and maintain preventive maintenance programmes and support predictive maintenance initiatives.
• Coordinate materials, tools, and spare parts to ensure seamless maintenance operations.
• Analyse equipment performance and downtime data to identify improvements.
• Collaborate with technicians, engineers, and operations teams to ensure work is executed efficiently and safely.
• Support continuous improvement projects to enhance reliability and maintenance effectiveness.

What we’re looking for

• Technical diploma or degree in Engineering, Industrial Maintenance, or a related field (preferred).
• Several years’ experience in maintenance planning or as a maintenance technician in a manufacturing or industrial setting.
• Experience with SAP‑ERP or similar maintenance systems.
• Any experience in Advanced Excel and PowerBI is advantageous.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and automation systems.
• Excellent organisational, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Able to prioritise tasks and work under pressure in a fast‑paced environment.

Why build your career with us

We recruit for mindset, ambition, cultural fit, and growth opportunities.

UNIQUE CULTURE

We are proud to be part of something bigger than ourselves and are passionate about building upon our company’s long legacy. We believe in collaboration and candor, which results in a dynamic culture with open communication.

BRANDS EVERYONE LOVES

We are part of the collective, global history of beer. We are the proud makers of more than 500 iconic brands, from beloved international classics to local favorites.

GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES

Our people grow at the pace of their talent. We empower our people to learn, expand their perspectives, and unlock career growth. In an environment where commitment to excellence pays off, our people are able to deepen their impact and create a long‑lasting legacy.