Engineering Administrator

W Talent is delighted to be partnering with a leading FMCG manufacturer of homecare and cleaning products based in Redditch. It is known for its innovative, high-quality products supplied across UK retail and international markets.

We are seeking a highly organised Engineering Administrator to support the Engineering and Maintenance teams across site. This is a key support role, responsible for ensuring the smooth coordination of engineering activities, accurate record-keeping, and effective communication between departments.

The Role

The successful candidate will play an important part in supporting day-to-day engineering operations, ensuring maintenance activities are well-documented, planned, and aligned with production requirements. You will act as a central point of coordination for engineering administration, helping to drive efficiency and compliance across the function.

Working closely with Engineering, Production, Planning, and Health & Safety teams, the Engineering Administrator will help ensure all systems, documentation, and schedules are maintained to a high standard.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and update engineering records, including maintenance logs, asset registers, and compliance documentation
• Support the planning and scheduling of preventative and reactive maintenance activities
• Raise and manage purchase orders for engineering parts, services, and contractors
• Liaise with suppliers to track orders, deliveries, and service agreements
• Ensure all documentation is accurately recorded within ERP/CMMS systems
• Assist in managing stock levels of engineering spares and consumables
• Support the coordination of contractors, including permits, inductions, and documentation
• Produce reports on maintenance activities, downtime, and performance metrics
• Assist with audits by ensuring all engineering documentation is compliant and up to date
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure minimal disruption to production
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the engineering function
• Maintain health & safety records and ensure compliance with site procedures

Key Requirements

• Previous experience in an administrative role within an engineering or manufacturing environment
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities
• Experience using ERP, CMMS, or similar systems
• Good understanding of maintenance processes and engineering terminology
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data management
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work across departments
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Proactive, reliable, and demonstrates a strong "can-do" attitude

Salary & Benefits

A competitive salary of -29,00031,000 plus a benefits package is on offer.

The role is based in Redditch and offers the opportunity to join a well-established and growing manufacturing business, where you can play a key role in supporting engineering operations and driving site efficiency.