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Location
Reading, GB
Department
MW STME Reading Indirect (893501) G5
Brief Description
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 his team.
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 also to 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 a 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 the operational railway environment.
Salary
£29,000 - £31,000 per annum
Closing Date
8th May 2026. Late applications will not be accepted.
Benefits
Network Rail offers a range of benefits. Some roles require face-to-face Drugs & Alcohol testing (details provided as part of the formal offer). We positively embrace flexible working, allowing employees to balance work and home life. In Wales and the Western region, there is an opportunity to join PROUD, our reward and recognition scheme.
At Network Rail we promote a diverse and inclusive organisation and work with the Cultural Fusion team to support black, Asian and minority ethnic colleagues. We are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve.
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