Overview
Location: Manchester, GB
Department: Manchester Kirkmanshulme Lane
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 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. We are committed to a diverse, inclusive workplace and ED&I commitments. As a Disability Confident Leader, we’ll accommodate needs throughout the recruitment process. We value flexibility and work-life balance.
If you’re ready to make a real difference, we’d love to hear from you.
Brief Description
What will you be doing?
* Undertake the development of detailed, fully resourced and optimised work plans for approval and provide accurate and effective administrative support to the line manager and team.
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.
* 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 safety-critical documents.
* 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: Band 5 salary - circa £23,700.00
Closing date: 22nd September 2025 - Late applications will not be accepted.
Click apply now to apply.
Recruitment Process
* 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 accessibility support options. If you require reasonable adjustments, please add a note to your application.
Benefits
Network Rail Benefits – to find out what benefits we offer, click here.
All offers of employment are conditional upon satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks. Details available on request.
Additional
* Seniority level: Entry level
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Other
* Industries: Rail Transportation
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