Planner at Network Rail in Milton Keynes, England, United Kingdom | GBP33,252-33,252 | Kablio

Role

Description

planning system

cost forecasting

utilisation reporting

delivery planning

plan coordination

supplier coordination

Work together with training delivery colleagues to enable the planning of new events and initiatives into the plan.
Propose and help improvements to the Planning and Administration system.
Pro-actively manage own personal development plan.
Predict the cost of training delivery plans against customer budgets and monitor records, identifying risks to the training delivery team.
Maximise trainer and venue utilisation through regular reporting, monitoring, and collaboration with team members.
Providing extra equipment or assistance For example, we can provide sign language interpreters and support workers where needed. Alternative document formats can be made available.
Engage proactively with delivery colleagues for short and long-term plan changes.
Produce training delivery plans accommodating Network Rail Training Catalogues
Consider the health and wellbeing of trainers and customers when producing the training plan.
Work in partnership with external suppliers, colleagues in the Planning and Administration and delivery team to offer a seamless and consistent service to training delivery teams and customers.
Actively support delivery of the Planning & Administration volumes

Requirements

training standards

logistics

railway

customer service

communication

competence management

A knowledge of Training Standards
Experience of working in a training environment
A knowledge of training catalogue and training supply chain
Understanding of the competence management system
Excellent customer service skills
Excellent attention to detail and quality driven approach to working.
Demonstrable experience of logistic planning
Ability to organise and prioritise own workload.
A knowledge of the railway industry and rail training sector
Excellent communication skills
Understand approved supplier frameworks and adhere to framework policy when liaising with external training suppliers.

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

offers of employment are conditional upon satisfactory completion of pre‑employment checks.

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.

Articles

Feats of engineering

Network Rail Consulting – California High‑Speed Rail

Construction, design and management

Role

Description

planning system

cost forecasting

utilisation reporting

delivery planning

plan coordination

supplier coordination

Work together with training delivery colleagues to enable the planning of new events and initiatives into the plan.
Propose and help improvements to the Planning and Administration system.
Pro-actively manage own personal development plan.
Predict the cost of training delivery plans against customer budgets and monitor records, identifying risks to the training delivery team.
Maximise trainer and venue utilisation through regular reporting, monitoring, and collaboration with team members.
Providing extra equipment or assistance For example, we can provide sign language interpreters and support workers where needed. Alternative document formats can be made available.
Engage proactively with delivery colleagues for short and long-term plan changes.
Produce training delivery plans accommodating Network Rail Training Catalogues
Consider the health and wellbeing of trainers and customers when producing the training plan.
Work in partnership with external suppliers, colleagues in the Planning and Administration and delivery team to offer a seamless and consistent service to training delivery teams and customers.
Actively support delivery of the Planning & Administration volumes

Requirements

training standards

logistics

railway

customer service

communication

competence management

A knowledge of Training Standards
Experience of working in a training environment
A knowledge of training catalogue and training supply chain
Understanding of the competence management system
Excellent customer service skills
Excellent attention to detail and quality driven approach to working.
Demonstrable experience of logistic planning
Ability to organise and prioritise own workload.
A knowledge of the railway industry and rail training sector
Excellent communication skills
Understand approved supplier frameworks and adhere to framework policy when liaising with external training suppliers.

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

offers of employment are conditional upon satisfactory completion of pre‑employment checks.

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.

Articles

Feats of engineering

Network Rail Consulting – California High‑Speed Rail

Construction, design and management