Section Planner [Rail Testing & Lubrication], Newport Ebbw Junction - #148426

Location

Newport, GB

Department Name

Wales & Western Region

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Brief Description

Using corporate planning processes, systems and databases, undertake the development of detailed, fully resourced and optimised work plans for approval by Section Managers.

About The Role (External)

Key Accountabilities:

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

Job Skills, Experience and Qualifications:

Essential

• Work Plan production and resource optimisation skills
• Scheduling profile in work planning/scheduling system
• Core Planning Skills Level 2
• Knowledge of access and possession processes and systems
• Safe System of Work Planning Process and System
• Good interpersonal, communication and organisational skills
  
  
  

Desirable

• Knowledge of maintenance delivery processes and techniques
  
  
  

How To Apply (External)

Salary: Band 5 - £30,000 - £32,500

Closing date: 26/06/25. - Late applications will not be accepted.

Interviews will be held on 1 st & 3 rd July.

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What does our recruitment process look like?

• Once you have applied, our Recruitment Specialist will look at your CV.
• If your experience matches what we're looking for, you'll be invited to an interview
  
  
  

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