Mechanical Maintenance Planner

Job Title: Mechanical Maintenance Planner

Location:Saltend Chemicals Park, Hull

Salary: Up to £48,000 per annum (based on experience)

Hours: Monday - Friday, 37.5 hours per week, site-based

Job Type: Permanent

Start Date: ASAP

About the Role:

Are you a skilled mechanical planner with a keen eye for precision and efficiency? We are looking for a Mechanical Maintenance Planner to lead our Maintenance Process (Planning) team, ensuring seamless planning and execution of mechanical maintenance work. This role is crucial in maintaining the mechanical integrity of our bioethanol and animal feed production facility, optimizing asset reliability, and supporting operational efficiency.

Why Join Us?

We are a leading bioethanol and animal feed producer, part of the Associated British Foods group, operating a state-of-the-art facility 24/7. This is an opportunity to be part of an innovative and safety-driven environment where your expertise in mechanical planning will be instrumental in ensuring smooth operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain high safety standards, aligning with an upper-tier COMAH site.
• Drive maintenance planning to optimize mechanical equipment reliability and minimize downtime.
• Ensure all work orders are fully detailed with step-by-step execution plans, including Risk Assessment Method Statements (RAMS), tooling, and required spares.
• Maintain a six-week work execution plan, ensuring resource availability and schedule efficiency.
• Review and refine mechanical work orders for completeness and technical clarity.
• Utilize Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) for scheduling and tracking mechanical work orders.
• Plan and prepare for major interventions, shutdowns, and Turnarounds (TARs).
• Coordinate with procurement teams to ensure the timely availability of mechanical spares and materials.
• Optimize maintenance workflows by analyzing historical trends and equipment performance data.
• Develop and maintain isolation plans for safe execution of mechanical tasks.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary up to £48,000 (based on experience).
• 10% employer-matching pension scheme.
• Life Assurance & Income Protection.
• 25 days annual leave plus 8 Bank Holidays (increasing with tenure).
• Private medical options.
• On-site free parking.
• Cycle-to-work scheme.

What We Are Looking For:

• NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in a Mechanical Engineering discipline.
• Proven experience in mechanical maintenance planning within an industrial setting.
• Experience working in a COMAH-regulated site (preferred).
• Strong understanding of CMMS systems (preferably AX Dynamics).
• Ability to interpret OEM manuals, technical drawings, and data sheets.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement in mechanical maintenance processes.

About Us:

We convert locally sourced feed wheat into high-quality bioethanol and nutrient-rich animal feed, contributing to the reduction of transport carbon emissions in the UK. Our commitment to safety, innovation, and operational excellence defines who we are. We believe in creating a positive work environment that supports work-life balance and fosters professional growth.

Join us in making a difference in sustainable energy and agricultural feed production!