Planning Assistant; Infrastructure Maintenance WD

Position: Planning Assistant (Infrastructure Maintenance) [WD]

Overview

Join to apply for the Planning Assistant (Infrastructure Maintenance) [WD] role at Network Rail
.

1 week ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.

About Network Rail

Join Network Rail - Where People and Connections Matter

Location
Glasgow, GB

Department Name
Scotland

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.  

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 . 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

The Planning Assistant provides support and assistance in all aspects of the Maintenance Delivery Unit Planning activities.

About

The Role (External) Key Accountabilities

• Assist the Delivery Unit Planning team as directed.
• Assist in the production of the Delivery Unit Period Possession Plan and resource schedules.
• Submit and process a variety of Access and Resource Planning requests in compliance with agreed processes and procedures.
• Accurately input, update and maintain relevant planning systems and records as required.
• Assist in the coordination and optimisation of all resources for efficient maintenance delivery.
• Provide effective support to plan changes and emergency works.
• Liaise with external and internal contacts across functions in relation to the planning requests.
• Assist in the preparation of reports as required.

Essential

Job Skills , Experience and Qualifications

• Knowledge of access planning processes and systems
• Knowledge of relevant standards and procedures
• Knowledge of operational railway environment
• Good geographical knowledge
• Good interpersonal, communication and organisational skills

Desirable

• Knowledge of maintenance processes and techniques
• Knowledge of Maintenance Planning Systems

How To Apply

(External)

Click ‘apply’ to login and submit your CV.

We re dedicated to creating an inclusive environment and we welcome applications from everyone!

Network Rail is a Disability Confident Leader and we ll try our best to adapt the process and offer a reasonable alternative to help support people with disabilities access, apply and interview for roles.

You can visit Evenbreak’s Career Hive for advice on accessibility support if you re unsure of the options available. Should you require any reasonable adjustments/modifications, please contact Scotl

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

Keeping people safe on the railway is at the heart of everything we do,
safe behaviour is therefore a requirement of working for Network Rail. Applicants should demonstrate their personal commitment to safety in their application.

Network Rail Benefits – To find out about what benefits we offer,

Network Rail adheres to a structured pay framework
, any salary offered will be within the pay range advertised.

Grade: Band 6

Salary: £24,479

Closing date: Midnight on Wednesday 21 st January 2026 - late applications will not be accepted.

We retain the right to close the advert before the listed closing date (based on application volumes) so if you are interested in this vacancy, we encourage you to make your application as early as possible.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Administrative
• Industries:
  Rail Transportation

#J-18808-Ljbffr