Planning Associate

Join us, we're an Investors in People Silver Standard Company The role of Planning Associate in the Infrastructure team is pivotal for ensuring operational excellence, fostering a positive culture, and driving strategic objectives. The focus is on collaborative planning and execution, managing possessions, isolations, and live line work while championing safety, customer service, and sustainable growth. Responsibilities :

• Develop and execute Safe Work Packs (SWPs), ALO plans, and ensure timely and accurate compliance
with relevant standards.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to align team efforts with business objectives.
• Influence operational excellence across work sites, mitigating financial, reputational, and statutory risks.
• Drive sustainable growth through strategic client relationships and cross-selling opportunities.
• Support and engage in health, safety, and wellbeing initiatives, fostering a safe working environment
• Proactively address operational requirements and operational challenges.
• Lead efforts to innovate reporting, metrics, and KPIs for continuous improvement.
• Optimise resource utilisation through shared functions and standardised processes.
• Ensure 100% compliance with auditing and authorisations for SSOW packs over a 12-month period., At Ground Control we believe in creating an inspirational environment , and rewarding our employees for their hard work. We offer a wide-ranging benefits program , supporting you to realise your full potential, and are proud to be recognised as a great place to work :
Awards, Accolades and Culture
• We have been awarded 'world-class' status for employee engagement in the 2023 best companies results, ranking at #16 in the 'Top 100 Large Companies to Work For' league table.
• Certified B-Corp Accredited, Ground Control has been certified by B Lab, the not-for-profit behind the B Corp movement, as having met rigorous social and environmental standards which represent its commitment to sustainable goals ahead of profit.
• We inclusively support 'The Race at Work Charter', 'Ban the Box', 'The Armed Forces Covenant' and are 'Disability Confident'
• We invest 5% of our profits into the Evergreen Fund, an investment fund dedicated to sustainability and environmental initiatives.
• By 2025 we have committed to planting 1,000,000 trees, having a fully electric fleet, and working towards achieving carbon net zero after becoming carbon neutral in 2020.
• 2 personal choice volunteering days with your fundraising efforts matched up to £500!
Perks and Benefits
• Free gym access if you are Head Office based or subsidised national gym memberships if you are based elsewhere.
• Nursery Vouchers, Cycle to work scheme and Travel loans
• Medigold employee support, Free Flu Jabs, online private GP service and a premium subscription to Calm, the wellbeing app
• A supportive, entrepreneurial working environment that fosters collaboration.
• Training, development, coaching and mentoring plans including our GC Leadership Academy, job specific accreditations and higher education opportunities
• Hybrid working opportunities with time in the office including breakfast Mondays and dog friendly Fridays.
• Financial benefits include yearly bonus scheme, access to Wagestream and employee share options
How we work : We put people at the centre of everything we do. Everyone is welcome. We're embracing a culture where difference is valued. Your uniqueness will be celebrated. We believe diversity grows innovation, and innovation creates initiative. Together we'll succeed in caring for each other, caring for our communities and caring for our Environment. Together, we're stronger. INDHP Agency Notice Ground Control does not accept unsolicited agency resumes / CV's Please do not forward resumes / CV's to our job alias, employees, or any other company location. Ground Control is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. Please contact the Talent Team for additional details


• Technical Expertise : Proficient in the creation of SWP and the systems required for this.
• Holds a COSS competence
• Is an experienced Safe Systems of Work Planner (SSOWP)
• Health & Safety : In-depth knowledge of workplace safety standards (NR / L2 / OHS / 019 compliance).
• Communication : Skilled in clear, concise, professional written and verbal communication.
• Planning & Organising : Ability to coordinate operational objectives effectively.
Desirable Knowledge and Skills :
• Innovation & Technology : Experience in creating and implementing new reports, KPIs, and metrics.
• Technical Expertise : Proficient in rail planning systems (e.g., PPS, GZAC, On-Trac) and isolation planning