Assistant Locomotive Planner

GB Railfreight; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading rail freight company in Peterborough is looking for an Assistant Locomotion Planner to support the loco planning team. This role is vital for ensuring compliance with the locomotive plan and involves assisting in the creation and monitoring of train services, as well as managing fuelling operations. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills, be highly organized, and have a solid understanding of Microsoft Office applications. The position offers a salary between £23,000 and £27,000.

Benefits

Generous healthcare package

Discounts at nationwide retailers

Electric vehicle scheme

Regular social events

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills to liaise effectively across teams.
• Highly organised with a strong attention to detail.
• Customer-focused, flexible, and able to work effectively under pressure.
• Competent in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Assist the loco planning team in creating and monitoring train services.
• Perform administrative duties to support loco planning activities.
• Manage locomotive fuelling operations by coordinating fuel deliveries.
• Provide forthcoming weekly loco plans utilizing all locomotive assets.
• Provide timely data and observations to support monitoring initiatives.
• Oversee fuel ordering and deliveries focusing on efficiency.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Highly organised

Customer-focused

Competent in Microsoft Office applications

Education

GCSEs (or equivalent) grade C or above in English and Mathematics

Job description

About The Role

Join our team as an Assistant Locomotion Planner to support the Loco Planning team on delivering real‑time monitoring of the GB Railfreight / Network Rail Track Access contracts. This role will be essential in ensuring that we meet the GBRf locomotive plan consistently with our high standards.

This role is based in our Peterborough office.

The salary is £23,000 - £27,000

Closing date: 22nd December

Main Responsibilities

• Assist the loco planning team in creating and monitoring train services to ensure compliance with the locomotive plan.
• Perform administrative duties to support the successful delivery of loco planning activities.
• Manage locomotive fuelling operations by coordinating fuel deliveries at available locations.
• Provide forthcoming weekly loco plans, utilising all GB Railfreight locomotive assets effectively and meeting Maintenance supplier’s requirements.
• Provide timely data and observations to loco planners to support monitoring and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Oversee fuel ordering and deliveries with a focus on cost efficiency and operational effectiveness.

Skills and Experience

Essential

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to liaise effectively across teams.
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail.
• Customer‑focused, flexible, and able to work effectively under pressure.
• Competent in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• GCSEs (or equivalent) grade C or above in English and Mathematics.

Desirable

• Exposure to a similar role previously
• Understanding of Railway Operational and Train Planning Rules
• Valid UK driving licence.

About The Organisation

GB Railfreight are proud to be one of the UK’s fastest‑growing rail freight companies, recognised for our reliability, growth, and commitment to delivering high‑quality service. For over 20 years, we’ve been so much more than just trains — we’re a dedicated team, committed to working together to deliver reliable, sustainable freight services and build strong partnerships across industries nationwide.

When you join GBRf, you become part of a team that truly values its people, works collaboratively, and takes pride in what we do — keeping goods moving through smarter, greener, and more efficient freight solutions.

We pride ourselves on being genuinely value‑driven. Our core values guide everything we do, shaping our culture and actions:

Our Values

• Professionalism – Safety and security are paramount in our business, and we believe this forms the foundation of a high‑achieving safety culture.
• Support – We look after our people, and they in turn are encouraged to look after each other.
• Communication – Transparency in our business is valued by both colleagues and customers.
• Trust and Empowerment – We believe openness and honesty create the best relationships, building trust and confidence.
• Enjoyment – Taking pleasure in coming to work at GBRf is actively encouraged, right from the top.

Key Benefits of Working With Us

• A generous healthcare package
• An online benefits portal offering hundreds of discounts at nationwide retailers
• An electric vehicle scheme (available after your first 12 months)
• Regular social events, including days out for you and your family
• Training and development opportunities, including internal courses and external certifications through our industry‑renowned development programs. We prioritise your growth in line with our people‑centric culture.

Inclusion Without Exclusion

At GB Railfreight, we recognise that a more diverse range of people leads to greater innovation. We recruit and develop people best suited to the role requirements, regardless of background. Our aim is to create a diverse workforce that reflects wider society. We champion diversity, inclusion, and wellbeing in the workplace, in alignment with our values.