Possession Planner

Octavius Infrastructure; St Albans; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading civil engineering firm in the UK is seeking a Possession Planner to oversee track access programs and ensure compliance with industry safety standards. The role involves working with a motivated team while managing Safe Systems of Work documentation. Ideal candidates will have expert knowledge of the Network Rail Rule Book and rail infrastructure systems, good IT skills, and a solid background in rail planning and operations. A competitive rewards package is offered alongside opportunities for personal development.

Benefits

Company Car scheme

Private Healthcare

Pension

Life Assurance cover

25 days Annual Leave and a day off for your birthday

Hybrid working opportunities

Qualifications

• Detailed understanding of Rail infrastructure systems and processes.
• Experience of managing information & document control systems.
• Clear written, verbal communications and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with rail safety standards and procedures.
• Manage Safe Systems of Work documentation for trackside activities.

Skills

Expert knowledge in Network Rail Rule Book requirements

Planning arrangements for access of Engineering Trains

Good IT skills including Microsoft Office

Rail planning and operations knowledge

Education

GCSE level in English and Maths

Job description

We are recruiting for a Possession Planner to join us here at Octavius.

We are a leading civil engineering organisation delivering safe, sustainable, and efficient transport solutions across the UK. This role will specifically be to work on an exciting rail framework planning track access programmes. The role wil be based out of Hertfordshire but you could also use our London or Reigate offices and there may be some travel as required across the region.

You’ll be working on…. (what your role and responsibility is)

Responsibilities

• To ensure Octavius Infrastructureactivities are carried out in compliance with rail industry specific safety standards, procedures and Network Rail Rule Book (and TfL / LUL QUENSH) requirements in respect of the planning and documentation of Safe Systems Of Work for trackside activities.
• Compliance with Octavius Rail Assurance and other processes and policies in line with, and over and above the minimum requirements of Network Rail Rule Book requirements

Relationships

You'll work with… (because relationships are important)

A team of highly motivated, dedicated professionals delivering projects across a variety of frameworks,

Rewards

You'll receive…. (because we value you)

We offer a competitive rewards package, including a Company Car scheme, Private Healthcare, Pension, Life Assurance cover, 25 days Annual Leave (and a day off for your birthday). You'll also have access to Hybrid working where possible, an enhanced Paternity & Maternity package and the opportunity to develop yourself personally and professionally.

About you

• In line with Octavius values and ‘The Octavius Way'.
• Determined, tenacious and resilient self-starter. Well-organised. Leads by example. Good listener.
• Positive, solutions-focused.
• Process driven.

Your experience and qualifications

• Expert knowledge in Network Rail Rule Book requirements.
• Detailed, working knowledge of the requirements of NR / L2 / OHS / 019 – Safety of People Working on or Near The Line.
• Detailed understanding of Rail infrastructure systems and processes (PWay, S&T, and Electrification systems) and industry planning terminology and nomenclature.
• Experience in planning arrangements for the access / egress and use of Engineering Trains, On Track Machines and On Track Plant.
• Good experience in planning track access on both AC electrified and DC electrified lines – including traction current isolation planning principles.
• I Good IT skills including Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint). Excellent detailed analysis and critical evaluation skills.
• Clear written, verbal communications and presentation skills.
• Rail planning and operations knowledge.
• Experience of managing information & document control systems.
• Experience of working as a Responsible Manager meeting the requirements of NR / L2 / OHS / 019 would be an advantage.
• GCSE level in English and Maths.

Inclusion and diversity are important to us, we are an equal opportunities employer and value difference. We want and will continue to build an inclusive environment where our people thrive. We firmly believe constantly striving to build a truly diverse workforce is what makes us a strong business and will enable us to continue to solve important problems and deliver unrivalled value to both our customers and clients. If you need any specialist support throughout your application, we will work with you where we can to support your journey with us.