Lead Planner - Nights at Lanes Group in Colnbrook, England, United Kingdom | GBP40,000-40,000 | Kablio

Role

Description

job scheduling

telematics monitoring

excel reporting

commercial review

pollution escalation

client liaison

Utilise Big Change / ortec system daily for new job requests as well as montoring email inbox for enquiries and report issues to managers.
Support and guide planning team members, acting as a senior figure within the planning function
Lead morning handovers, ensuring day-shift planners are briefed and all jobs are covered
Monitor inhouse Samsara telematics systems to confirm all drivers have departed on time and meet performance KPIs
Coordinate with drivers to ensure timely dispatch and support with any planning or route queries
Ensure vehicles are scheduled for routine maintenance and PMI without impacting operational performance
Utilize excel to report on locations and availability.
Conduct a daily commercial review of all completed jobs to ensure accuracy and alignment with service expectations
Be the primary escalation point for urgent pollution-related jobs, ensuring rapid tanker coordination and response
Prepare and send the night plan by 12:00 PM and the next day’s plan by 6:00 PM daily.
Act as the central point of communication between clients, engineers, supervisors, and internal teams to update on scheduling and assist in resolving site issues.
Manage and allocate resources to ensure all scheduled and reactive jobs are covered.
Review and assign jobs from clients promptly, ensuring seamless service delivery, relay information to teams.

Requirements

microsoft 365

planning

logistics

interpersonal

multitask

Interpersonal, relationship-building and networking skills
Ability to multitask and prioritize
Proficient in Microsoft 365
Experience in a planning or logistics role

Benefits

24 Days holiday plus Bank Holidays
Training and progression opportunities
Company pension

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

1992

Year of Establishment

Founded as a small family drainage firm in Leeds.

250m

Fatberg Clearance

Cleared London’s 250 m fatberg, showcasing engineering expertise.

£215M

Annual Turnover

Exceeds £215 million in revenue, backed by advanced technology and vehicles.

It grew through strategic acquisitions and expansion into new service areas.
It secured major contracts with Thames Water and Southern Water, handling citywide sewer maintenance.
Its work spans large‑scale infrastructure including railway drainage on Crossrail and UV trenchless sewer relining on UK motorways.
Today, it operates a national network of depots, utility hubs and specialist divisions like Lanes‑i, Sapphire and AQS.

Culture + Values

Safety is our number one priority.
We value people and treat them with respect and fairness.
We foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and accountability.
We are committed to continuous improvement and operational excellence.
We embrace diversity and inclusion in our teams and operations.
We act with integrity and transparency in all our dealings.
We invest in the development and well-being of our employees.

Environment + Sustainability

2035

Net Zero Commitment

Pledges to achieve Net Zero emissions by 2035.

Reduction of carbon emissions through fleet modernization and sustainable practices.
Implementation of sustainable water management solutions across various projects.
Introduction of green technologies in operations to reduce environmental impact.
Use of renewable energy sources where possible, including solar-powered systems.
Continuous monitoring and reporting of environmental impact to ensure alignment with sustainability goals.

Inclusion & Diversity

A culture of inclusion is promoted, valuing diverse perspectives.
Efforts are focused on increasing gender diversity across all levels.
Active recruitment efforts ensure a diverse and representative workforce.
Processes are in place to monitor and improve gender balance within senior management and technical roles.

Articles

Common Recruitment Questions and Answers

How to Apply For a Job at Lanes Group

Our Nationwide Locations

Media Pack & Company Overview

Role

Description

job scheduling

telematics monitoring

excel reporting

commercial review

pollution escalation

client liaison

Utilise Big Change / ortec system daily for new job requests as well as montoring email inbox for enquiries and report issues to managers.
Support and guide planning team members, acting as a senior figure within the planning function
Lead morning handovers, ensuring day-shift planners are briefed and all jobs are covered
Monitor inhouse Samsara telematics systems to confirm all drivers have departed on time and meet performance KPIs
Coordinate with drivers to ensure timely dispatch and support with any planning or route queries
Ensure vehicles are scheduled for routine maintenance and PMI without impacting operational performance
Utilize excel to report on locations and availability.
Conduct a daily commercial review of all completed jobs to ensure accuracy and alignment with service expectations
Be the primary escalation point for urgent pollution-related jobs, ensuring rapid tanker coordination and response
Prepare and send the night plan by 12:00 PM and the next day’s plan by 6:00 PM daily.
Act as the central point of communication between clients, engineers, supervisors, and internal teams to update on scheduling and assist in resolving site issues.
Manage and allocate resources to ensure all scheduled and reactive jobs are covered.
Review and assign jobs from clients promptly, ensuring seamless service delivery, relay information to teams.

Requirements

microsoft 365

planning

logistics

interpersonal

multitask

Interpersonal, relationship-building and networking skills
Ability to multitask and prioritize
Proficient in Microsoft 365
Experience in a planning or logistics role

Benefits

24 Days holiday plus Bank Holidays
Training and progression opportunities
Company pension

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

1992

Year of Establishment

Founded as a small family drainage firm in Leeds.

250m

Fatberg Clearance

Cleared London’s 250 m fatberg, showcasing engineering expertise.

£215M

Annual Turnover

Exceeds £215 million in revenue, backed by advanced technology and vehicles.

It grew through strategic acquisitions and expansion into new service areas.
It secured major contracts with Thames Water and Southern Water, handling citywide sewer maintenance.
Its work spans large‑scale infrastructure including railway drainage on Crossrail and UV trenchless sewer relining on UK motorways.
Today, it operates a national network of depots, utility hubs and specialist divisions like Lanes‑i, Sapphire and AQS.

Culture + Values

Safety is our number one priority.
We value people and treat them with respect and fairness.
We foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and accountability.
We are committed to continuous improvement and operational excellence.
We embrace diversity and inclusion in our teams and operations.
We act with integrity and transparency in all our dealings.
We invest in the development and well-being of our employees.

Environment + Sustainability

2035

Net Zero Commitment

Pledges to achieve Net Zero emissions by 2035.

Reduction of carbon emissions through fleet modernization and sustainable practices.
Implementation of sustainable water management solutions across various projects.
Introduction of green technologies in operations to reduce environmental impact.
Use of renewable energy sources where possible, including solar-powered systems.
Continuous monitoring and reporting of environmental impact to ensure alignment with sustainability goals.

Inclusion & Diversity

A culture of inclusion is promoted, valuing diverse perspectives.
Efforts are focused on increasing gender diversity across all levels.
Active recruitment efforts ensure a diverse and representative workforce.
Processes are in place to monitor and improve gender balance within senior management and technical roles.

Articles

Common Recruitment Questions and Answers

How to Apply For a Job at Lanes Group

Our Nationwide Locations

Media Pack & Company Overview