Section Planner – Network Rail
Join Network Rail as a Section Planner and help minimise train delays and improve passenger journeys. In this supportive environment you will make a meaningful impact on the rail network while enjoying professional development and personal well‑being.
Responsibilities
* 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.
* Administration of rosters and timesheets.
* Support the administration of the Assessment in the Line process.
* 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.
* 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
Benefits
Network Rail Benefits – to find out what benefits we offer, click here.
Closing Date
30th January 2026. Please get your application in as soon as possible; if we receive enough applications we may close the advert before the listed closing date. Late applications will not be accepted.
Inclusive Environment and Safety
We’re dedicated to creating an inclusive environment and we welcome applications from everyone! Network Rail is a Disability Confident Leader and we will try our best to adapt the process and offer a reasonable alternative to help support people with disabilities when applying and interviewing for roles. You can visit Career Hive for advice on accessibility support if you’re unsure of the options available. Should you require any reasonable adjustments or modifications, please add a note to your application.
Safe behaviour is therefore a requirement of working for Network Rail. You should demonstrate your personal dedication to safety on your application.
All prospective candidates will be required to undergo and pass a drugs and alcohol test. Your application will be rescinded if you record a positive test. All positive drugs and alcohol test results for prospective candidates will be securely held and a 5‑year suspension from applying for a safety critical role will be enforced.
All offers of employment are conditional upon satisfactory completion of pre‑employment checks. Click here for more information.
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