Assistant Project Access Planner

West Midlands Metro; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional transportation authority in Birmingham seeks an Assistant Project Permit Planner for a fixed-term contract. The role involves coordinating permits, ensuring safety compliance, and supporting infrastructure projects. Ideal candidates will have experience in maintenance, a GCSE in Maths and English, and be willing to undergo testing. Benefits include a pension, annual leave, and free travel for you and your partner. Join us to make a difference in urban transportation.

Benefits

MML Pension

Annual Leave

Free travel on Tram & WM Bus for you and your partner

Qualifications

• Experience working in rail or light rail maintenance.
• Willingness to undergo drugs and alcohol testing.

Responsibilities

• Review Risk Assessment Method Statements and generating PTWs.
• Coordinate the PTW system for contractors and internal teams.
• Provide weekly KPI figures in line with the Permit process.

Skills

Experience within a similar maintenance environment

Communication skills

Ability to manage contractors

Education

GCSE Maths and English at Grade C or above

Job description

Overview

West Midlands Metro is your gateway to an exciting career in the heart of England's thriving West Midlands region. We are the driving force behind modern, sustainable urban transportation, connecting cities, towns, and most importantly – people! With a strong presence in the heart of England, we play a crucial role in connecting communities, enhancing mobility, and contributing to the economic development of the region. Our sleek trams provide fast, convenient, and eco-friendly transportation solutions, reducing road congestion, lowering carbon emissions, and fostering a greener future for the West Midlands.

Assistant Project Permit Planner

Location: Midland Metro Ltd, Wednesbury Depot, Potters Lane, WS10 0AR

Salary: £30,430 per annum, DOE + Benefits

Contract: Fixed Term contract

Benefits: MML Pension, Annual Leave & Free travel on Tram & WM Bus for you and your partner

Salary information and other details are provided for a contract role and may be subject to change according to company policy.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing Risk Assessment Method Statements (RAMS) and generating PTWs for both internal and external staff, ensuring site meetings and planning align with safety protocols.
• Coordinating the PTW system, assisting with the planning and output of both contractors and internal teams.
• Attending and hosting permit meetings as necessary to support infrastructure works.
• Recording and tracking Contractor permits through the whole permit process.
• Providing Weekly KPI figures in line with the Permit process.
• Providing support and advice to third-party contractors and stakeholders on Midland Metro Ltd.’s safe working practices, attending site visits as required.
• Conduct permit-related investigations and provide feedback to support TFWM.
• Assisting the Infrastructure Department in planning resources for possessions, permits, and rectification works.
• Organising and overseeing contractor activities to enable successful delivery of infrastructure projects.
• Providing succession support for the role of Access Planner as required.
• Supporting with the update of the Asset Management Information System (AMIS) and SharePoint ensuring timely updates and accurate record-keeping.
• To report immediately any accidents, incidents or near misses to your line manager as soon as possible and always within 24 hours. This should include both personal injury and vehicle damage.

Qualifications

• Experience within a similar maintenance environment, preferably within rail or light rail.
• GCSE Maths and English at Grade C or above.
• Willingness to undergo stringent drugs and alcohol testing in line with current company procedures and policy.

Desirable

• Possessed engineering related qualifications such as NVQ Level 2 or higher.
• Possessed IOSH qualification/certifications.
• Possessed a management qualification to a minimum of ILM 2 or 3 or equivalent.
• Had the ability to manage contractors efficiently and effectively.

How to apply

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