Section Planner, Administrator [Signalling] - Reading Napier Road - 12 Months FTC/secondment

Section Planner, Administrator [Signalling] - Reading Napier Road - 12 Months FTC/secondment

Location

Reading, GB

Department Name

MW STME Reading Indirect (893501) G5

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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: Salary £29,000 - £31,000 per annum

Closing date: 8th May 2026. - Late applications will not be accepted.

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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 email WesternResourcing@networkrail.co.uk. This is a 12 month FTC.

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We positively embrace flexible working recognising that employees may wish to balance work and family/home life.

In Wales and Western region, you will have the opportunity to join PROUD, our reward and recognition scheme where you can say thanks and recognise colleagues across the region who have demonstrated outstanding values and behaviours.

At Network Rail we promote a diverse and inclusive organisation. We are working in conjunction with the Cultural Fusion team to support black, Asian and minority ethnic colleagues. If you would like support with your application or interview please contact Wales&WesternCulturalFusion@networkrail.co.uk