Planning Engineer
Location: Poole
Contract: Permanent, Full Time
Hours: Monday Friday, 8:00am 5:00pm
Salary: GBP42,000 per annum + Benefits
Wagstaff Recruitment & Careers Coaching is recruiting on behalf of a high-volume food manufacturing business for an experienced and proactive Planning Engineer. This is a key role in a fast-paced site, focused on engineering reliability, safety, and continuous improvement.
The Opportunity for a Planning Engineer
This is a pivotal opportunity to join a forward-thinking engineering team. As Planning Engineer, you will be responsible for managing planned maintenance, supporting project delivery, and driving data-led decisions to maximise site efficiency and uptime.
Key Responsibilities
Maintenance Planning & CMMS Management
* Plan and manage scheduled maintenance activities.
* Prioritise engineering work requests in line with operational needs.
* Own and develop the site s CMMS system to streamline workflow.
Asset Care & Reliability
* Support the implementation of the Asset Care strategy.
* Use RCM methodologies to reduce downtime and enhance reliability.
* Identify opportunities to increase long-term equipment performance.
Health, Safety & Environment (SHE)
* Champion SHE compliance and culture across the engineering function.
* Ensure risk assessments are carried out and reviewed regularly.
* Challenge unsafe behaviours and practices.
Resource & Financial Management
* Forecast resource, parts, and material needs for maintenance plans.
* Track and report engineering spend including downtime impact.
* Ensure manuals, tools, and diagnostics are available for all engineers.
Continuous Improvement & Projects
* Lead CI initiatives across engineering, plant, and process operations.
* Manage stakeholder communication and expectations effectively.
* Evaluate maintenance designs and support improvements through cost-benefit analysis.
Data Capture & Analysis
* Record and analyse downtime, costs, and failure rates.
* Identify recurring issues and support corrective actions using FMEA and RCA techniques.
Qualifications Required
* Degree or equivalent in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (BSc, HND, HNC).
* Alternatively, time-served apprenticeship with relevant experience.
Desired Experience & Skills
* At least 2 years in a food manufacturing or similar fast-paced environment.
* Strong communicator able to engage technical and non-technical stakeholders.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office and CMMS systems.
* Working knowledge of RCM, FMEA, and root cause analysis.
* Proactive approach to engineering improvement.
Company Benefits
* Online benefits platform with retail discounts
* Personalised learning via LMS and development programmes
* Two paid volunteering days per year
* Access to 24/7 support via Grocery Aid (financial, practical, emotional)
* Physical and mental wellbeing tools
* Financial wellbeing services including mortgage and budget planning tools
* Holiday discounts and team events
Application Information
Upload your CV to apply or for an initial confidential chat, please contact Ruth at Wagstaff Recruitment & Careers Coaching. We ll share more about the company and guide you through the opportunity.
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