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Network Rail

Planning Assistant (Access)

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Network Rail
Operates and maintains the UK’s rail infrastructure, ensuring safe and efficient train travel.
Support planning and integration of access for engineering works across the rail network.
6d ago
ÂŁ29,000 - ÂŁ31,000
Intermediate (4-7 years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom
Hybrid
Company Size
40,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Construction
Asset management
Systems engineering
Design
Operations & Maintenance
Consulting
Project management
Sector Specialisms
Marketing
Human Resources
IT
Logistics
Project Management
Finance
Property
Legal
Role
What you would be doing
access coordination
access planning
documentation
process improvement
possession planning
meeting facilitation
  • Engage with Route wide stakeholders and customers and support with the coordination of their access requirements.
  • Process and support Route access requirements and successfully integrate within the engineering access plan.
  • Assist and support with the creation of materials and documentation to aid the operational delivery of the engineering access plan.
  • Assist and support with the identification and implementation of quality and efficiency improvements.
  • Support the Planning Team to deliver all activities associated with planning for possessions, worksites, line blockages, TSR’s, On Track Machines and Engineering Trains in accordance with all relevant standards.
  • Attendance, and when required co-chairing possession planning meetings including producing, checking, validating publications and updates as necessary.
What you bring
railway geography
it systems
planning systems
detail orientation
communication
organisational
  • Knowledge of relevant railway geography and network capability.
  • Displays a good attention to detail.
  • Able to work under pressure.
  • Good understanding of IT and operating of systems.
  • Willing to learn to document all aspects of Access Planning requirements.
  • Able to demonstrate the ability to organise effectively.
  • Knowledge of relevant planning systems.
  • Knowledge of relevant train services and network capacity.
  • Displays good communication skills and a customer focussed approach within a team or as an individual.
  • Able to prioritise and organise workload to ensure that deadlines are met.
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Company
Overview
20,000 miles of track
Rail Network Span
The extensive railway infrastructure it manages spans over 20,000 miles, ensuring connectivity across the UK.
30,000 bridges
Managed Structures
Operates and maintains over 30,000 bridges to ensure safe rail passage for trains and passengers.
  • 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.
Culture + Values
  • Safety first, always.
  • We value people’s ideas, energy and drive.
  • We are responsible, dependable and accountable.
  • We are better together, we collaborate, share knowledge and support each other.
  • We challenge ourselves to deliver outstanding performance.
  • We are committed to doing the right thing.
Environment + Sustainability
50% Reduction
Carbon Emissions Target
The company aims to reduce its carbon emissions by half by 2025 compared to 2017 levels.
Net Zero 2050
Carbon Neutrality Goal
The company is committed to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050.
  • Increasing use of renewable energy across operations.
  • Promoting low-carbon technologies, including electrification of rail networks.
  • Investing in green innovation and sustainable rail infrastructure.
  • Commitment to reducing waste, with a focus on reusing and recycling materials.
  • Developing and implementing nature-based solutions to enhance biodiversity.
Inclusion & Diversity
40% Women
Senior Leadership Target
Aiming for 40% of women in senior leadership roles by 2025 to achieve greater gender balance.
  • Rolling out initiatives to support career progression for all employees, particularly women and ethnic minorities.
  • Ongoing leadership development programs focused on building a more inclusive workplace.
  • Increasing the representation of women in technical roles.
  • Diversifying recruitment efforts, including targeting underrepresented groups.
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