Possessions Planner

Job description:
This is a great opportunity to join a major Civil Engineering contractor. They specialise in Transportation, Highways and major Civil Engineering projects. They are currently seeking a Possessions Planner located in Rochester.
Responsibilities for this role include:
• To attend and represent the company at relevant Possession Management meetings.
• Carry out work associated with Possessions Planning and submit accurate information relating to any planned possession with the necessary applications.
• Plan and create Safe Systems of Work plans in accordance with the type of work required to take place, to the responsible manager expectations.
• Brief and update the COSS supervisor on SSOWPs ensuring that all is understood and compliant as well and informing all project involved management of SSOWs of project requirements.
• Maintain a continued working practice in line with the industry rule book regulations and comply with set policies and procedures.
• Work and communicate closely with project/responsible manager and other Planners to ensure that SSOWP are produced accurately and in a timely manner.
• Assist in Safe Work Pack generation.
• Control and monitor documents.
• Observe and follow all applicable safe methods of working, and health, safety and environmental rules/procedures. Report any incidents or Close Calls immediately to the appropriate person.
• Undertake training as required by your manager or the Company.
• Adhere to Company Policies and Procedures.
• Be a business ambassador, upholding and reflecting the ethos and values of the Company.
• Work in accordance with their Equality, Diversity and Inclusion policy
• Undertake any other duties as may be reasonably required by the Company
• Work flexibly and be receptive and adaptable to a changing environment within a growing Company.
Requirements:
• Significant experience in a similar role
• Be a holder of SSOWP
• Have held or hold a PTS / COSS certificate with good working experience
• Have an excellent appreciation of rail related health, safety and environmental standards
• Possess a good Trackside Safety Critical knowledge
• Competent in the use of the Railhub system
• Competent in the use of the Network Rail Possession Planning System
• Results driven and delivery focused
• Excellent communicator at all levels and client-focussed
• Self-motivated and a team player
• A strong and proactive communicator.
• Works collaboratively and builds effective working relationships.
• Highly competent in MS Office.
• Presents a professional image with the qualities to act as a business ambassador.
• A good understanding and application of health, safety & environment practices.
• Flexibility in your approach to work.
• Full driving license