Planning Assistant

Guardian Electrical Compliance; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 24,000; Full time

Job summary

An established electrical safety compliance company is seeking a Planning Assistant based in Sheffield. The role involves supporting operational teams by scheduling site visits, coordinating with engineers, and ensuring timely communication with clients. Key qualifications include strong organisational skills and experience in planning or coordination, ideally within a technical or construction setting. This is a full-time role with a salary of £23,809.50.

Qualifications

• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication – both written and verbal.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assist in scheduling and allocating work to field engineers.
• Liaise with clients and contractors to confirm appointments.
• Monitor project timelines and ensure compliance with deadlines.

Skills

Organisational Skills

Time Management

Communication

Technical Coordination

IT Literacy

Tools

Excel

Scheduling Software

Job description

Who are Guardian Electrical Compliance?

Guardian Electrical Compliance Ltd is the UK’s leading specialist in electrical safety, focusing on the inspection and testing of fixed electrical installations. Established in 2010, the company supports duty holders with both technical expertise and legislative guidance to ensure continuous compliance with legal safety requirements. With a team of over 300 employees, Guardian provides nationwide coverage and currently services a diverse client base of more than 3,500 organisations.

What Does Guardian Electrical Compliance Do?

Guardian delivers comprehensive fixed wiring inspection and testing services across the UK. Our clients include a wide range of blue-chip companies and public sector bodies. Drawing on extensive experience across multiple sectors – including education, manufacturing, and industrial production – Guardian ensures safe, reliable electrical compliance in even the most complex environments.

The Role:

As a Planning Assistant, you’ll play a vital role in supporting the operational and project teams with scheduling, coordination, and communication. You will assist in planning site visits, assigning engineers, tracking job progress, and ensuring that all documentation and client communication are up to date and accurate.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in scheduling and allocating work to field engineers based on job priority and location
• Liaise with clients and contractors to confirm appointments and access requirements
• Monitor project timelines, ensuring deadlines and service level agreements are met
• Maintain accurate records of site activities, permits, and remedial works
• Support the preparation of reports, quotes, and compliance documents
• Work closely with the planning and compliance team to update internal systems

Experience & Knowledge Required:

• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Excellent communication – both written and verbal
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks at once
• Experience with planning, scheduling, or coordination in a technical or construction environment
• IT literate – able to use Excel, email, scheduling software, and internal database

Additional Job Details:

• Full-Time Position: Available immediately.
• Hours: Contracted 37.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday)

Monday to Thursday – 08:30 to 16:30

Friday – 07:30 to 15:30

• Salary: £23,809.50
• Location: Sheffield

Guardian Electrical Compliance Ltd is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.