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A leading Chemical Manufacturer is seeking a Maintenance Planner to join their team in the Cheshire area. With a reputation for innovation, safety, and operational excellence, this organisation plays a pivotal role in supplying critical chemical products across multiple sectors.
This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a technically advanced and well-established engineering function, with strong support, development opportunities, and a rewarding package.
Pay Rate and Other Details:
* Salary: Up to £46,000 per annum
* Contract Type: Permanent
* Location: Site-based role
* Working Hours: 8:30 am - 4:15 pm (Monday to Friday), with some flexibility as required
* Benefits Include:
o Up to 11% employer pension contribution
o Free on-site parking
o Company part-subsidised private healthcare
o Choice of an extra 5 days holiday or a 2% cash bonus
o Career Progression & Development Opportunities
Role of the Maintenance Planner
Reporting to the CE Engineering Manager, the Maintenance Planner will play a crucial role in coordinating and optimising PPM across site. This hands-on planning role is central to ensuring asset reliability and performance by overseeing the CMMS system, supporting shutdown plans, and working collaboratively with internal teams and external contractors.
Key Responsibilities:
* Manage and oversee the CMMS system, ensuring accuracy of job plans, PMs, and equipment data.
* Collaborate with Engineering and Projects teams to update CMMS for new assets and drive continuous improvements.
* Plan and schedule non-breakdown activities, coordinating methods, materials, spares, and manpower.
* Liaise with Stores and supervise external vendors to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient execution of work.
* Develop and publish planning schedules, including 2-week lookahead and major shutdown plans.
* Monitor KPIs, performance data, and identify opportunities for cost efficiency and contractor optimisation.
* Support identification of critical spares and provide additional planning support as required.
Preferred Criteria:
* Minimum 5 years' experience in a similar role within a manufacturing or chemical processing environment.
* Strong experience using planning systems such as SAP or equivalent CMMS platforms.
* Familiarity with Microsoft Office tools and confident in analysing data and producing reports.
* ONC, NVQ Level 3, or equivalent qualification in a relevant trade or engineering discipline.
How to Apply
If this Maintenance Planner sounds like something that could be of interest, submit your CV to apply direct!
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