Section Planner [Off Track] - Reading Napier Road

Network Rail


Date: 3 weeks ago
City: Reading
Contract type: Full time
Location

Reading, GB

Department Name

Wales & Western Region

About Network Rail

Join Network Rail - Where People and Connections Matter

At Network Rail, we're dedicated to keeping passengers and freight moving safely and efficiently across the country. When you join us, you're not just part of a team - you're part of something that matters to millions. We believe that our people are at the heart of what we do, and every role plays a vital part in building a better, more connected railway. Click here to learn more.

We're committed to creating a diverse, inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. To discover more about our ED&I commitments click here. We value flexibility and understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance. As a Disability Confident Leader, we'll do everything we can to accommodate any needs throughout the recruitment process.

If you're ready to make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you!

Brief Description

Using corporate planning processes, systems and databases, undertake the development of detailed, fully resourced and optimised work plans for approval by Section Managers.

About The Role (External)

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.


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


Desirable

  • Knowledge of maintenance delivery processes and techniques


How To Apply (External)

Salary: £31,000 - £33,000 per annum

Closing date: 11th November 2025 - Late applications will not be accepted.

Click apply now to apply.

ire any reasonable adjustments/modifications, please add a note to your application.

Network Rail Benefits - To find out about what benefits we offer, click here

All offers of employment are conditional upon satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks. Click here for more information

  • Some of our roles require face to face Drugs & Alcohol testing. Further details will be shared with you as part of your formal offer.****


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&[email protected]

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