Planning and Scheduling Support

Cadent Foundation; Coventry; Hybrid; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Pension scheme doubled up to 18%

25 days holiday + statutory days

Extra day off each year

Career development with funded options

Flexible working and ED&I commitments

Retail discounts and gym access

Job summary

Cadent is seeking a Planning and Scheduling Support at Smith Street Depot, Coventry. Hybrid role with up to 2 days in the office, offering a hands-on chance to influence daily operations.

You will coordinate workloads, keep planning information up to date and help ensure the right work is scheduled at the right time to support customers and network performance. Working with Operational Planning and Delivery teams, you’ll analyse data, drive improvements, and contribute to a culture of

Qualifications

• Planning and coordination experience in fast-paced environments.
• Data interpretation and performance analysis abilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with SAP or OverIT.
• Clear communication with stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong organisation and meticulous attention to detail.
• Collaborative team player with a proactive mindset.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate workloads and maintain accurate planning information.
• Support the smooth delivery of work in a fast-paced operational environment.
• Ensure the right work is planned at the right time to meet customer commitments and network performance.
• Contribute to continuous improvement by supporting standard operating procedures and planning practices.

Skills

Planning & coordination

Data analysis

SAP/OverIT knowledge

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Tools

SAP

OverIT

Excel

Job description

Title: Planning and Scheduling Support

Location: Hybrid between Smith Street, Coventry (CV6 5SL) & Home – typically 2 days per week in office

Advertised Salary: £27,282-£32,097 depending on skills & experience

Job Function: Operations

Working Hours: 37

Location Type: Hybrid

Contract Type: Secondment

Req ID: 3151

Posting End Date: 6/11/26

12 Month Fixed Term Contract opportunity

Based at Smith Street Depot, Coventry, this is a hybrid role with up to 2 days per week in office. Working closely with Operational Planning and Operational Delivery teams, you’ll help coordinate workloads, maintain accurate planning information and support the smooth delivery of work in a fast‑paced operational environment.

If you’re highly organised, enjoy working with data and thrive on keeping things running smoothly behind the scenes, this is a great opportunity to develop your experience within a supportive and collaborative team.

Why you’ll love this role

• Play a key role in operational delivery by supporting the planning and scheduling of work in line with business priorities and customer commitments.
• Turn data into insight by analysing information and helping teams understand performance, trends and areas for improvement.
• Work with colleagues across the business to coordinate activities and maintain a clear view of delivery requirements across the network.
• Help improve the way we work by supporting the development of standard operating procedures and consistent planning practices.
• Keep plans on track by helping manage workload priorities and responding to changing business demands.
• Support efficient delivery through accurate scheduling, administration and coordination activities that help operational teams succeed.
• Make a real difference by maintaining high levels of accuracy and organisation while supporting excellent service for both customers and operational teams.
• Support and develop others by assisting with onboarding, sharing knowledge and helping colleagues follow consistent processes and ways of working.

What you’ll bring

• Planning and coordination experience – Experience supporting planning, scheduling or administrative activities within a fast‑paced environment.
• Data and analytical skills – Ability to interpret information and use data to support performance improvements and decision‑making.
• Systems and technical capability – Competent in Microsoft Office applications, with experience of systems such as SAP, OverIT or similar platforms.
• Strong communication skills – Able to build effective working relationships and communicate clearly with a range of stakeholders.
• Organisation and attention to detail – Comfortable managing multiple priorities while maintaining accurate records, data quality and a high level of attention to detail.
• Teamwork and collaboration – A positive team player who contributes to a customer‑focused and high‑performing environment.

This role offers the opportunity to gain exposure to the end‑to‑end planning process while working at the heart of operational delivery. You’ll help ensure the right work is planned at the right time, supporting customers, network performance and business priorities. As part of a customer‑focused team, you’ll contribute to a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement and safety, while building valuable experience and relationships across the business.

Interviews are expected to take place w/c 16.11.2026

At Cadent, we’re thrilled to be part of the future of UK energy!

We have a clear roadmap to drive our performance to the forefront of our industry and support the UK government in achieving its net zero targets by 2050.

We’re making a difference through innovation and new ways of working. Together, we’re shaping a cleaner, greener future for our 11 million customers, whom we put at the heart of everything we do.

What’s in it for you

• Annual bonus
• Pension Scheme double matched up to a total of 18% of salary
• 25 days holiday, plus statutory days, and an option to buy more
• An extra day off each year to celebrate life’s special moments
• Career development with funded learning options
• Flexible working and strong ED&I commitments
• Generous family policies and flexible benefits
• Retail discounts, gym access, and more

We support a healthy work-life balance and are open to flexible working options.

Diversity and Inclusion

Don’t meet every requirement? No problem! If you’re excited about this opportunity but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification mentioned, we would still love for you to submit your application – you may just be the right person for this role or other opportunities at Cadent.

We value diversity and are committed to being an equitable employer. Our employee communities – Women in Cadent, Pride at Work (LGBTQ+), Embrace (ethnicity and religion), Thrive! (disability), the Cadent Military Community, the Grief Awareness Community, and the Men’s Engagement Network (M.E.N) – can’t wait to welcome you!

As a proud Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria for the vacancy. Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process and we will ensure that support is provided.

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