Planning Manager

2 weeks ago


Leeds, United Kingdom M Group Services Full time
About The Role

Delivering what we  promise

About Us 

Here at Morrison Water Services, our mission is to be the leading service provider in the Water and Waste Water Infrastructure sectors in the UK. We are known for our commitment to integrity and safety, with a culture that values the well-being and diversity of our people. Our aim is to invest in our workforce through our training academy and implement initiatives that prioritise health and well-being to support our business growth plans. 

Morrison Water Services  part of the M Group Services Water Division are the leading service provider in the water and wastewater infrastructure sectors in the UK. As a division, we employ circa 3000 people across the UK and we are looking for aspiring people like you, who are keen to build their career within the Water Industry.

Our people provide essential infrastructure services through long-term framework agreements to the water and wastewater sectors in the UK and Ireland. Our Water Division provides a broad range of technical capabilities to our clients ranging from asset condition assessment to design, build, commissioning and completion. With a 2.1billion order book and turnover at 450 million, we are market leaders in our field. Joining us gives you the scope and ability to work for an organisation who are not only invested in your career, but your future too. Sound interesting?

Morrison Water Services is currently looking to recruit a Planning Manager to work on our Yorkshire Water Smart Metering programme. Building on our 25 year relationship with Yorkshire Water, this exciting programme involves the installation of 1.3 million meters and is critical to the region’s future supply needs.

As Planning Manager, you will be required to work collaboratively with our client Yorkshire Water. Leading a high performing planning, and scheduling team to deliver the end-to-end journey for smart meter delivery. You will be able to manage your team to optimise our performance, customer experience and commercial objectives. You will be responsible for ensuring all planning activities are completed compliantly and within contract SLA’s with a clear focus on KPI performance measures.

Our business is built on our key values and behaviour’s, which the Planning Manager has a key role in implementing and upholding in their given planning area. Our people are our greatest asset, and as the Planning Manager, you will support all colleagues and clients to deliver exceptional service and results.

Ensuring your team plan and schedule all work streams efficiently and achieving a ‘right first time’ approach. Providing exceptional customer service by embedding a customer focused mindset To be part of the team to implement and embrace new ways of working and technologies. Managing and reviewing Service Delivery performance including cost of failure. Ensuring delivery targets are managed and met. Sharing best practice through regular liaison meetings with colleagues and client. Ensuring all works are planned with a continued focus on supply interruptions and DG3 targets. Delivering Yorkshire Water’s KPI performance measures Ensuring that all operational resource has an achievable and commercially viable workload planned every day. Assisting in the delivery of all planned work with close liaison with operational colleagues. Ensuring that NRSWA legislation and requirements are followed within your teams. You will be experienced in a leadership role and be capable of building an efficient and well-motivated team delivering a top-class Planning, Scheduling and Support service Leadership of all colleagues across the planning and scheduling functions, supporting development, diversity and inclusion and championing employee engagement. To promote the highest levels of integrity within the business and to demonstrate professionalism and uphold the MWS code of conduct at all time.

We will look for an experiences people leader with experience in the Water Industry and Planning and Scheduling experience 

Demonstrable high level of leadership, coaching and mentoring skills Extensive system and process knowledge You are IT literate with extensive knowledge of SAP, ICE, Street Manager, Advantex and Power BI – to ensure you are leading a high performing team Previous Senior Management experience in utility contracting or similar environment You possess a good understanding of commercial/strategic awareness Can demonstrate that you have the ability to be decisive and work effectively under pressure Uphold a strong customer focus Can show us that you have excellent communication and influencing skills to inspire and motivate a team, while effectively managing client stakeholders That you are confident in delegating tasks while maintaining full oversight of planning and scheduling functions within the team

In return for your skills and expertise, we are offering a competitive benefits package, including the following 

25 days' annual leave plus eight days' bank holiday Matched Pension Scheme Enhanced Maternity and Paternity policy Private Health Care Remote working Access to our Employee Assistance Programme Opportunities to progress in a successful multifaceted company Access to My Rewards which provides fantastic reductions on 1000’s of purchases including Mobile Phone, Utility bill & top retail brand discounts.

Our Vision

At Morrison Water Services, we're proud of our positive culture and commitment to safety. We believe in delivering a high performing, sustainable workforce that supports our clients effectively. People stay with our business because of the opportunities for growth and development, our inclusive culture, and our dedication to providing a safe and supportive work environment. 

This is an opportunity for individuals who are looking to join an organisation that values integrity, safety, and diversity. For this role, we are seeking individuals who are committed to supporting our long-term goals and who embrace change and promote diversity. We believe that listening to our people, providing feedback, and keeping them informed about the direction of the business is essential to our continued success. 

The Next Step... 

So you know, all our applications are reviewed by humans, so if you don't hear back straight away don't panic, we receive a high volume of applications and you will receive an email letting you know where you are in the recruitment process. 

#mws 

Notes/Brief for Recruitment Team: About The Company

M Group Services delivers a range of essential infrastructure services within the water, energy, transport and telecommunications sectors in the UK & Ireland. We have built and maintained relationships with our clients over a number of years and have a strong culture that continuously focuses on safety, operational delivery, efficiency and customer service. We are committed to profitable growth both organically and through acquisitions. M Group Services, a trusted employer to over 10,000 skilled specialists working from 240 locations, operates a divisional structure aligned with its end markets.

At M Group Services we recognise and value the benefits from our workforce diversity. We work hard to build and maintain inclusive environments and develop a culture where our people feel included and valued.


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