Section Planner

Network Rail; Swindon; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A key player in the railway sector is seeking a professional to develop and optimise work plans for their Swindon location. This role involves planning all work activities, updating databases, and managing planning meetings. Ideal candidates will possess strong planning skills, knowledge of access processes, and excellent communication abilities. Join us in contributing to a vital service that enhances connectivity across the country. A commitment to diversity and work-life balance is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in developing detailed work plans for approval.
• Knowledge of Safe System of Work Planning processes.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed, fully resourced work plans for Section Managers.
• Plan and optimise work activities for the section.
• Manage weekly Plan-Do-Review meetings.

Skills

Work Plan production and resource optimisation skills

Scheduling profile in work planning/scheduling system

Core Planning Skills Level 2

Knowledge of access and possession processes and systems

Safe System of Work Planning Process and System

Good interpersonal, communication and organisational skills

Job description

Responsibilities

1. Using planning processes, systems and databases, undertake the development of detailed, fully resourced and optimised work plans for approval by Section Managers.
2. Plan and optimise all agreed work activities for the section.
3. Accurately update systems, databases and records as required.
4. Produce Safe System of Work plans.
5. Submit green zone access and isolation requests.
6. Produce draft quarterly plans.
7. Manage weekly Plan-Do-Review meetings.
8. Represent Section Managers at planning meetings.
9. Collate and maintain infrastructure maintenance records.

Qualifications

• Work Plan production and resource optimisation skills
• Scheduling profile in work planning/scheduling system
• Core Planning Skills Level 2
• Knowledge of access and possession processes and systems
• Safe System of Work Planning Process and System
• Good interpersonal, communication and organisational skills

Desired Skills

• Knowledge of maintenance delivery processes and techniques

At Network Rail, we're dedicated to keeping passengers and freight moving safely and efficiently across the country. When you join us, you're not just part of a team - you're part of something that matters to millions. We believe that our people are at the heart of what we do, and every role plays a vital part in building a better, more connected railway.

We're committed to creating a diverse, inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. To discover more about our ED&I commitments. We value flexibility and understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance. As a Disability Confident Leader, we'll do everything we can to accommodate any needs throughout the recruitment process.

If you're ready to make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you!