Section Planner

1 week ago


London, United Kingdom Network Rail Full time

**Location**:

Hither Green, GB-
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Department Name**:

DB STME London Bridge Outer (831503) G1-
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About Network Rail**:

Join Network Rail - Where People and Connections Matter**
**If you're ready to make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you**-
- **Brief Description**:

**SECTION PLANNER - HITHER GREEN**
- **Salary: £33,380 + Location Allowance**
- **Location: Hither Green DU**
- **Planning with Purpose. Powered by People.**
- **Ready to Plan Big?**

We're looking for a **Section Planner** who's not just great with systems and schedules — but someone who brings energy, innovation, and inclusion to everything they do. If you love turning data into action, creating plans that _actually work_, and being the glue that holds a team together — this is your moment.-
- **About the role (External)**:

**What You'll Be Owning**:

- Build **detailed, resourced, and optimised work plans** using corporate planning tools and databases.
- Keep systems, records, and schedules sharp using MS Office and Possession Planning System.
- Create **Safe Systems of Work** that meet the rule book and exceed expectations.
- Submit **green zone access** and **isolation requests** like a pro.
- Draft quarterly plans that make managers smile.
- Lead weekly **Plan-Do-Review** meetings with confidence.
- Represent Section Managers at planning meetings — your voice matters.
- Keep infrastructure maintenance records clean and compliant.
- Support the **Assessment in The Line** process.
- Set up slick, secure filing systems — especially for safety-critical docs.
- Be the admin backbone for your Section Manager — multitasking mastery required.
**What You're Bringing**:

- **Must haves**:

- Work plan production & resource optimisation skills
- Scheduling system experience
- Core Planning Skills Level 2 (preferred)
- Access & possession process know-how
- Safe System of Work planning expertise
- Communication that connects
- Organisation that inspires
- Office management experience
- Time management that's next-level
- Team player energy + solo superstar skills
- IT system confidence
- Initiative that drives results
- **Bonus Points**:

- Knowledge of the operational railway environment
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What can we offer you in return?**
- We follow a structured pay framework, any salary offered will be within the following pay range:

- Band 5 - £33,380 (plus Inner London Allowance )
- **Perks That Pack a Punch**:

- We offer excellent benefits, including:

- Generous annual leave (28 days plus statutory days), with the option to buy/sell days.
- ✨ Defined benefit pension scheme.
- 75% subsidy on rail and underground season tickets.
- Up to 75% off leisure travel.
- ️ Interest-free travel loan for train and car park season tickets.
- Discounts at stations with your Network Rail pass.
- Flexible/hybrid working arrangements.
- ️ Volunteer leave to make a positive impact.
- Carer's leave to support those who matter.
- ❤ Healthcare Scheme, GymPass discounts, Cycle to work plus more.
- We offer generous maternity, paternity, and adoption leave to support our employees during significant life moments
- Plus, more.
- **We're All About Inclusion**
- We believe diversity drives innovation. Whoever you are, however you identify, wherever you're from — if you've got the skills and the spark, we want you on our team. No suits required. Just bring your authentic self.**Let's Make Planning Exciting Again**


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