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Section Planner (Track) - 12 month opportunity

Network Rail

The Role

Overview

Develop and optimise detailed work plans for railway section using planning systems.

Key Responsibilities

  • quarterly plans
  • review meetings
  • access requests
  • ssow plans
  • data updates
  • maintenance records

Tasks

-Produce draft quarterly plans. -Manage weekly Plan-Do-Review meetings. -Submit green zone access and isolation requests. -Produce Safe System of Work plans. -Plan and optimise all agreed work activities for the section. -Accurately update systems, databases and records as required. -Collate and maintain infrastructure maintenance records. -Represent Section Managers at planning meetings.

Requirements

  • communication
  • planning
  • work planning
  • access processes
  • safe system
  • maintenance

What You Bring

-Good interpersonal, communication and organisational skills -Core Planning Skills Level 2 -Work Plan production and resource optimisation skills -Knowledge of access and possession processes and systems -Safe System of Work Planning Process and System -Knowledge of maintenance delivery processes and techniques

The Company

About Network Rail

-Responsible for managing the country’s railway infrastructure, playing a vital role in the UK's transport system. -Ensures the safe passage of trains through its management of critical railway assets. -Origins date back to 2002, when the rail infrastructure was brought into public ownership. -Based in Milton Keynes, it is a crucial player in delivering major transportation projects. -Typical projects include track renewal, station modernization, and large-scale electrification efforts. -Oversees one of the world’s most complex and busiest rail networks, with significant investment in improving connectivity across the UK. -Focuses on maintaining safety and operational efficiency through cutting-edge technology and engineering solutions. -Collaborates with train operators and local authorities to ensure seamless travel experiences for passengers. -Delivers the High Speed 2 (HS2) project, set to revolutionize rail travel in the UK. -Committed to improving sustainability and reducing the environmental impact of rail transport.

Sector Specialisms

Marketing

Human Resources

IT

Logistics

Project Management

Finance

Property

Legal

Business Strategy

Telecommunications

Signalling

Electrification Control Systems

Train Radio Systems

Lineside Communications

Level Crossing CCTV

Station Information Systems

Security Systems

Transmission Systems

Fibre Optic and Copper Cable Networks

Analogue Radio Networks

Mobile Communication Applications

Safety and Compliance

Fire Safety

System Engineering

Infrastructure Maintenance

Civil Engineering

Interview Process

-recruitment specialist screens cv -invitation to interview if experience matches

Security Clearance

-satisfactory completion of pre‑employment checks required -face‑to‑face drugs & alcohol testing may be required