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Planning Assistant; Infrastructure Maintenance Napier Road

Job in Reading, Berkshire, RG1, England, UK
Listing for: NETWORK RAIL
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-22
Job specializations:
  • Maintenance/Cleaning
    Maintenance Technician / Mechanic
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Planning Assistant (Infrastructure Maintenance Napier Road

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Brief Description

Provide support and assistance in all aspects of 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.
  • Job Skills, Experience and Qualifications Essential
    • 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)

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