Utilities Planner

ZipRecruiter; Preston; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Utilities Planner to oversee the planning and streetworks aspects of operations. This role is crucial in ensuring that all operational teams can execute their tasks efficiently while adhering to compliance standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in utilities, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines. Join a forward-thinking company that values diversity and offers a competitive salary along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in utilities is preferred.
• Ability to prioritize workload and work under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate work from receipt to job completion.
• Schedule work orders and optimize travel routes.
• Provide daily and weekly reports on service levels.

Skills

Utilities Planning

Coordination

Communication Skills

Multitasking

Attention to Detail

Logical Thinking

Education

Experience in Utilities

Planning or Coordinator Role Experience

Job description

Job Description

Utilities Planner

As a Utilities Planner, you will be the key contact before works for the operational team. You will have full accountability for the planning & streetworks aspects of all works before they commence on site. You will ensure that all operational teams are able to undertake their work in line with the received push plans and requested dates, as well as being compliant with NRSWA, and that timescales are adhered to, minimizing any financial impact to the company.

Key Responsibilities

• Take ownership of the workstreams, coordinating the work from receipt to job completion.
• Schedule work orders in accordance with SLAs, whilst optimizing travel routes and increasing productivity.
• Identify noticing issues and apply early intervention to ensure all information from inspections and other sources is correctly handled, ensuring proper responses from utilities and other promoters of Street Works activity, and minimizing challenges to Section 74 invoices and FPNs.
• Maintain timely and accurate input and uploading of information into the works management systems, ensuring all issues are recorded and escalated.
• Ensure that all client and operational requirements are met professionally and efficiently.
• Provide daily and weekly reports as required, ensuring all service levels and objectives are achieved.
• Contribute positively to the team by providing solutions to problems and embracing change.
• Report safety issues in line with company procedures.

Experience and Qualifications

• Previous experience working in Utilities is preferred.
• Experience in a planning or coordinator role.
• Ability to prioritize workload, multitask, and work under tight deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills.
• High attention to detail.
• Logical thinking.

Salary and Benefits

We offer a competitive salary based on experience along with a full benefits package.

Network Plus is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We are Armed Forces-friendly and welcome applications from ex-Armed Forces personnel, reservists, veterans, cadet instructors, and military spouses/partners.

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About Network Plus

Network Plus is an award-winning business delivering essential utility and infrastructure services across the UK for major providers in gas, power, telecoms, transport, water, and wastewater.

We value diverse experience and perspectives within our workforce, clients, and supply chain. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees feel valued and included, enabling everyone to thrive regardless of background or circumstances.