Section Planner, Administrator

Network Rail
Stoke-on-Trent, England
Full time
3 weeks ago
Section Planner, Administrator


Location


Stoke-on-Trent, GB


Department Name


BP SM(OT) Stoke Direct (858216) G1


About Network Rail


Join Network Rail - Where People and Connections Matter

If you're ready to make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you!


Brief Description


Undertake the development of detailed, fully resourced and optimised work plans for approval and provide an accurate and effective administrative support to the line manager and his team.


About the role (External)


Key Accountabilities:


1. Plan and optimise all agreed work activities for the section.

2. Accurately update systems, databases and records as required.

3. Produce Safe System of Work plans.

4. Submit green zone access and isolation requests.

5. Produce draft quarterly plans.

6. Manage weekly Plan-Do-Review meetings.

7. Represent Section Managers at planning meetings.

8. Collate and maintain infrastructure maintenance records.

9. Administration of rosters and timesheets.

10. Support the administration of the Assessment in The Line process.

11. Set up and maintain efficient filing systems for the Section(s) paying particular attention to confidentiality where necessary and also those documents deemed to be safety critical.

12. Undertake general office administration duties for the Section Manager using a range of knowledge and skills to provide effective support.

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

  • Experience of clerical support and office management

  • Excellent time manager

  • Knowledge of relevant IT systems

  • Ability to work on own initiative


Desirable

  • Knowledge of operational railway environment

Salary: Circa £25000

Closing date: 1st August 2025. - Late applications will not be accepted.


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.

You can visit Evenbreaks Career Hive for advice on accessibility support if you're unsure of the options available. Should you require any reasonable adjustments/modifications, please add a note to your application.


***Some of our roles require face to face Drugs & Alcohol testing. Further details will be shared with you as part of your formal offer.****


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Section Planner, Administrator


Location


Stoke-on-Trent, GB


Department Name


BP SM(OT) Stoke Direct (858216) G1


About Network Rail


Join Network Rail - Where People and Connections Matter

At Network Rail, we're dedicated to keeping passengers and freight moving safely and efficiently across the country. When you join us, you're not just part of a team - you're part of something that matters to millions. We believe that our people are at the heart of what we do, and every role plays a vital part in building a better, more connected railway. Click here to learn more.

We're committed to creating a diverse, inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. To discover more about our ED&I commitments click here. We value flexibility and understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance. As a Disability Confident Leader, we'll do everything we can to accommodate any needs throughout the recruitment process.

If you're ready to make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you!


Brief Description


Undertake the development of detailed, fully resourced and optimised work plans for approval and provide an accurate and effective administrative support to the line manager and his team.


About the role (External)


Key Accountabilities:


1. Plan and optimise all agreed work activities for the section.

2. Accurately update systems, databases and records as required.

3. Produce Safe System of Work plans.

4. Submit green zone access and isolation requests.

5. Produce draft quarterly plans.

6. Manage weekly Plan-Do-Review meetings.

7. Represent Section Managers at planning meetings.

8. Collate and maintain infrastructure maintenance records.

9. Administration of rosters and timesheets.

10. Support the administration of the Assessment in The Line process.

11. Set up and maintain efficient filing systems for the Section(s) paying particular attention to confidentiality where necessary and also those documents deemed to be safety critical.

12. Undertake general office administration duties for the Section Manager using a range of knowledge and skills to provide effective support.

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

  • Experience of clerical support and office management

  • Excellent time manager

  • Knowledge of relevant IT systems

  • Ability to work on own initiative


Desirable

  • Knowledge of operational railway environment


How to apply (External)


Salary: Circa £25000

Closing date: 1st August 2025. - Late applications will not be accepted.

Click apply now to apply.


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.

You can visit Evenbreaks Career Hive for advice on accessibility support if you're unsure of the options available. Should you require any reasonable adjustments/modifications, please add a note to your application.

Network Rail Benefits - To find out about what benefits we offer, click here

All offers of employment are conditional upon satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks. Click here for more information

***Some of our roles require face to face Drugs & Alcohol testing. Further details will be shared with you as part of your formal offer.****


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