Maintenance Planner

Human Capital Business Solutions Ltd is a Boutique HR Advisory Firm that specializes in strategic HR Consulting, Talent Acquisition & Development, Risk Management and Business Process Outsourced Services with our Headquarters based in Uganda and Country Office in Tanzania.

On behalf of Our client in the FMCG Sector, we are looking for a competent and experienced Maintenance Planner to be based in Kampala

Reports To: Maintenance Manager

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda.

Job Summary: The Maintenance Planner is responsible for developing, scheduling, and coordinating preventive and corrective maintenance activities to ensure optimal performance, reliability, and safety of equipment and facilities in a fast-paced FMCG manufacturing environment. This role focuses on minimizing downtime, optimizing resource allocation, and supporting production goals while adhering to quality, safety, and regulatory standards.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Planning and Scheduling

• Develop detailed maintenance plans, schedules, and work orders using computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) such as SAP or similar tools
• Prioritize tasks based on equipment criticality, production demands, and resource availability to minimize disruptions in FMCG production processes.

Preventive Maintenance

• Design and implement preventive maintenance programs for machinery, including packaging lines, processing equipment, conveyors, and utilities (e.g., boilers, compressors, HVAC systems)
• Monitor and adjust schedules to extend asset life and reduce unplanned breakdowns.

Corrective Maintenance

• Analyze breakdown reports, root cause failures, and historical data to plan corrective actions.
• Coordinate with technicians, engineers, and suppliers to ensure timely repairs and parts availability.

Resource Management

• Forecast and procure spare parts, tools, and materials while managing inventory levels to avoid stockouts or excess.
• Allocate labor resources efficiently, including internal teams and external contractors.

Compliance and Safety

• Ensure all maintenance activities comply with FMCG industry regulations (e.g., FDA, HACCP, ISO standards), environmental guidelines, and occupational health and safety protocols.
• Conduct risk assessments and promote a culture of safety.

Data Analysis and Reporting

• Track key performance indicators (KPIs) such as mean time between failures (MTBF), mean time to repair (MTTR), and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE)
• Generate reports on maintenance metrics and recommend improvements to enhance operational efficiency.

Training and Support

• Provide guidance and training to maintenance staff on planning tools and best practices. Support emergency response during off-hours as needed.

Qualifications, Experience, and Skills

• Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering or a related technical field.
• Minimum 4–7 years of experience in similar role a manufacturing environment, preferably in FMCG, beverage, or food industry.
• Hands-on experience with CMMS systems (SAP PM, Maximo, or similar) for work order management, scheduling, and reporting.
• Strong understanding of preventive, predictive, and condition-based maintenance strategies.
• Knowledge of food safety standards (GMP, HACCP) and maintenance in regulated environments.

HOW TO APPLY

• Candidates who meet the criteria outlined above should submit their applications, resume and academic documents in pdf format with “HCBSU-MP-MAINTENANCE PLANNER” as the Email subject via recruitment@hcbsltd.com

Note:

• The deadline for applications is not later than 05:00 pm, Tuesday 27^th January 2026
• Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. Female Candidates are encouraged to apply.