Maintenance Planning Engineer

policy Maintenance Planning Engineer Location: Whatley Salary: £48,000 - £50,000 Hours: Monday to Friday, Day Shifts Join a global leader in sustainable construction solutions. At Heidelberg Materials, we're driving innovation and excellence across our operations and we're looking for a Maintenance Planning Engineer to lead reliability improvements and deliver best-in-class performance. Your Impact As Maintenance Planning Engineer, you'll be at the heart of our operational success. You'll lead the Reliability Team, ensuring maintenance activities are planned, executed, and continuously improved to drive equipment efficiency and meet key performance targets.You'll be responsible for: Full accountability for mechanical/electrical maintenance planning Driving improvements in OEE (from 60% to 90%+) Leading root cause analysis and reliability investigations Managing contractors and ensuring compliance with safety and environmental standards Optimising maintenance schedules and work order compliance Reducing downtime and repair times through strategic planning Supporting business analysis and KPI reporting What You'll Bring Proven experience in maintenance planning within a heavy industrial or manufacturing environment Strong leadership and communication skills Expertise in CMMS systems and reliability engineering A proactive mindset with a passion for continuous improvement Commitment to health, safety, and environmental excellenceWe're more than just a workplace, we're a community. We're proud to be recognised as an Employer of Choice , with a strong commitment to inclusion, wellbeing, and career development. Your Benefits Include: Compensation & Recognition: Bonus incentives, generous pension schemes, life assurance Work-Life Balance: 27 days holiday + bank holidays, agile and flexible working, sabbatical options Family-Friendly Policies: Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption, IVF, and menopause support Social Value: Paid volunteering days, active employee networks (LGBTQ+, Women in STEM, Armed Forces) Professional Development: STEM Ambassador opportunities, MPQC qualifications, and moreApply now and be part of a team that's shaping the future of sustainable construction.At Heidelberg Materials UK (previously known as Hanson UK) we strive to create an inclusive and respectful workplace where every individual can bring their unique skills and background to contribute to the success of our business.At Heidelberg Materials UK (previously known as Hanson UK), we understand that a diverse workforce is key to our growth and development, and we aim to foster a culture that values openness, transparency, and individual achievement.As part of our commitment to promoting diversity, we are actively working to encourage more individuals to consider careers within the construction industry.We believe in building a workplace that is dedicated to promoting inclusivity and diversity.If you're interested in joining our team, we encourage you to apply, even if your experience or skill set doesn't perfectly align with the job description. Creating a candidate home page is optional, when asked, but you can use this to quickly see the progress of your application(s).You may still be the right fit for this or other roles within our company.Heidelberg Materials is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process. For quick access to screen reading technology compatible with this site (free step by step tutorial ). Please contact for additional information or to request accommodations.We understand that women may face unique challenges in their careers, and we are committed to providing a supportive environment to help you thrive.Our family-friendly policies, such as enhanced maternity and parental leave, neonatal care, and adoption support, will provide you with the flexibility and support you need to balance your personal and professional commitments.We also offer a range of benefits, such as access to our Employee Assistance Program, trained mental health first aiders, discounted private medical benefits and much more, to ensure your wellbeing is prioritized.