Scheduler

Carrington West; Slough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company specializing in utilities is seeking a Scheduler for Utilities/Water/Gas in Slough. This role involves managing key scheduling tasks for projects with Cadent Gas and Thames Water, ensuring compliance and effective collaboration with stakeholders. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in utilities planning and experience with NRSWA permits.

Qualifications

• Experience in programme planning within utilities, water, or gas sectors.
• Proficiency in planning tools and techniques required.
• Full UK Driving Licence and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Control the receipt of approved projects and record them accurately.
• Schedule work and handle all aspects of permits and traffic orders.
• Collaborate with partners and manage scheduling of activities.

Skills

Communication

Multitasking

Organizational skills

Stakeholder communication

Time management

Tools

Microsoft Project

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Job Title: Scheduler for Utilities/Water/Gas

Location: Slough Depot, UK

Rate: £14.50 - £16.80 (Depending on Experience)

Duration: 6 Months

We are seeking a motivated and experienced Scheduler to join our team working on Cadent Gas and Thames Water Utility contracts at our Slough depot.

Experience working with NRSWA permits and management plans is highly advantageous.

In this role, you will support the delivery of Mains Replacement and Non-Unit Cost programmes of work, focusing on utilities, water, and gas projects.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Control the receipt of approved projects within the area, ensuring accurate recording in relevant systems.
2. Schedule work into an agreed programme and handle all aspects of NRSWA permits, traffic orders, and traffic management plans.
3. Collaborate with Local Delivery Partners to prepare programmes of work, attend weekly planning meetings, and build relationships with Highway Authorities, especially the permit office.
4. Update actual progress weekly using Microsoft Project and reschedule the programme as needed.
5. Manage scheduling of customer care and Purge & Relight activities.
6. Assist in creating daily/weekly team/project whereabouts.
7. Raise and manage permits, ensuring NRSWA compliance through jeopardy reports.

Person Specification:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for stakeholder interaction.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently.
• Strong multitasking skills under pressure.

Skills & Experience:

• Experience in programme planning within utilities, water, or gas sectors.
• Proficiency in planning tools and techniques.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Project (training provided).
• Effective stakeholder communication.
• Excellent time management and data accuracy.
• Full UK Driving Licence and willingness to travel.

If you are passionate about utilities, water, and gas projects and meet the requirements, we encourage you to apply and join our team in delivering vital infrastructure projects.