Maintenance Planner

Maintenance Planner & Scheduler📍West Thurrock, RM19💰£45,000 per annum (DOE)🕒Monday to Friday, 8am–4pm (35 hours / week)Overview : We’re working with a leading manufacturing business in West Thurrock to recruit a Maintenance Planner and Scheduler. This pivotal role within the engineering department acts as the central point of contact between teams, driving planning and performance across a well-established and well-equipped site.This position would suit someone with a strong background in maintenance planning within a manufacturing or industrial environment.Salary & Benefits : Salary : £45,000 (DOE)Bonus : Up to 12%, based on personal and company performancePrivate healthcare28 days annual leave plus bank holidaysCompany sick pay (after 6 months' service)Life AssuranceDefined Contribution Pension PlanIncome Protection (for DC members)Long Service AwardsHealth & Wellbeing ProgrammeFlu and Eye Care VouchersReward Hub accessCycle to Work SchemeWorking Hours : Monday to Friday, 8am–4pm (1-hour break)On-call rota : 1 in 5 rotation (tech support, remote or call only – very rarely site attendance). This would only be required once fully up to speed.Key Responsibilities : Convert maintenance requests into work orders and build detailed planning schedulesDaily engagement with the plant to assess maintenance needs and develop plans accordinglyCoordinate and plan routine and reactive maintenance activitiesLead weekly and monthly planning meetings and produce completion reportsCollaborate with the stock and parts controller to order and identify required itemsSupport contractor management – onboarding, inductions, documentation, and monitoring their workAct as the CMMS (SAP Hana) subject matter expert, maintaining data integrity and optimising maintenance plansAssist with office and facility-related maintenance requirements as neededNo direct reports but significant cross-departmental interactionThe Ideal Candidate : ✅ Minimum 5 years' experience in a similar planning / scheduling role within a manufacturing or industrial setting✅ Engineering qualification or completed an apprenticeship in a relevant discipline✅ Strong experience using CMMS systems (SAP Hana ideally)✅ Familiarity with maintenance methodologies such as preventive / proactive / RCM✅ Competent in project planning tools (e.g., MS Project) and analysing data using spreadsheets and databases✅ Understanding of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems✅ Knowledge of health and safety legislation – LOLER, PUWER, COSHH, etc.✅ Experience managing contractors, spare parts, and budgets✅ Strong communication skills with the ability to lead meetings and act as a central coordinatorDesirable Extras : Forklift or Cherry Picker licenceLean Manufacturing training / qualificationAutoCAD (2D drawing / schematics)NEBOSH or IOSH certificationExperience using GANTT chartsTeam & Culture : You’ll be part of a 10-person engineering team, on a site employing around 45 people. This role is truly the bridge between departments, supporting the Maintenance Manager and working closely with colleagues across the plant.You’ll share an office with one other person and be based on site five days a week, with potential flexibility for occasional remote work once settled.Ready to take the lead in maintenance planning for a site that values structure, efficiency, and collaboration? Apply today to find out more