Planning Engineer

New Yesterday

Position: Planning Engineer
Location: Poole
Salary: £42,000 per annum
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8am-5pm
Are you an organised, proactive engineer ready to take your planning skills to the next level? We're looking for a Planning Engineer to join a friendly and forward-thinking team in Poole. You'll play a key role in keeping our operations running smoothly - from managing maintenance schedules to supporting data-driven decisions that boost reliability.
This is more than just a planning role, it's a chance to shape the heartbeat of the site.
Responsibilities
* Plan and Coordinate: You'll take ownership of all planned maintenance activities, ensuring everything runs on time and to standard.
* Optimise Workflow: Manage and develop our CMMS system so that information flows smoothly and efficiently across the team.
* Prioritise with Purpose: Collaborate with internal teams to align maintenance priorities with operational needs.
* Champion Reliability: Support reliability-centred maintenance (RCM), using root cause analysis and continuous improvement methods to reduce downtime.
* Lead on Safety and Standards: Be a safety-first mindset leader, ensuring risk assessments, compliance, and best practices are consistently applied.
What we are looking for
* A qualification in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (degree, HND, HNC, or equivalent apprenticeship)
* 2+ years' experience in a food manufacturing or fast-paced industrial environment
* Strong experience with CMMS systems and maintenance planning
* Confident understanding of RCM, FMEA, and Root Cause Analysis
* A data-driven and improvement-focused approach
* Excellent communication and collaboration skills
What's in it for You
* Monday to Friday schedule - no weekends
* Career development through formal and informal training opportunities
* Two volunteering days per year to support causes you care about
* Access to an online benefits platform, with discounts on high-street and online retailers
* Wellbeing support including free 24/7 access to financial, emotional, and practical guidance
* Discounted gym memberships, online workout hub, and health initiatives
For more information on the position, contact George on (phone number removed) or (url removed)
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Location:
Poole
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Engineer, Planning Engineer, Engineering, Planning

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