Resource Planner

Arrange and co-ordinate the provision of resources to support the delivery of a fully functional maintenance plan.

About the role (External)

Your Main Responsibilities will be to:

1. Arrange all necessary resources within appropriate lead times to support delivery of all work schedules and programmes.

2. Arrange and coordinate the hire and transportation of road rail vehicles for the delivery unit and where necessary between delivery units.

3. Provide resource schedules to support the development of Annual and Quarterly Plans.

4. Coordinate and optimise all resources for efficient maintenance delivery.

5. Manage the transportation of plant and materials to sites of work.

6. Manage the effective resourcing of plan changes and emergency works.

7. Manage the Engineering Train haulage process.

8. Submit highways access requests to the Integrated Planning Group.

9. Collate and submit accurate resource forecasts as required., Diversity and inclusion are more than just buzz words for us. We’re constantly striving to make sure we provide a welcoming and safe environment for everyone. We recognise that certain groups are under-represented within our team and we’re working closely with our regional diversity and inclusion networks to make sure we support these groups as best as we can.

We are working in conjunction with the Cultural Fusion team. If you would like support with your application or interview please contact Wales&WesternCulturalFusion@networkrail.co.uk or visit the connect page: Wales and Western Cultural Fusion (sharepoint.com). For all other support please contact your HR Business Partner.

· Knowledge of resource planning processes and systems

· Resource coordination and optimisation skills

· Knowledge of access and possession processes and systems

· Good interpersonal, communication and organisational skills

What could set you apart

Desirable

· Knowledge of maintenance delivery processes and techniques

At Network Rail, we’re part of a large family serving millions of passengers and freight users throughout the UK every day. Our service impacts millions of people and we strive to become more efficient as we enhance, maintain, and operate our network.

Our passengers and freight users are at the heart of everything we do. We help connect people to their friends and families and get goods to their destination safely and efficiently. We’re an organisation where people matter. When you're part of our team, you matter to us, and you matter to millions. Watch our video to find out more!

The Wales & Western region includes more than 2,700 miles of railway and we serve communities and businesses of Wales, the Thames Valley, West of England, and the Southwest Peninsula.
Our ambition to be responsive to passengers and freight users drives us every day and we're empowered to do the right thing for those who use the rail network. We actively challenge unsafe practices and take responsibility for addressing risks, resolving issues, and protecting safety and wellbeing.

About our people and the recruitment process - We’re an inclusive employer of choice and we welcome applications from everyone!

· Privileged staff travel - Leisure travel discount of 75% on all leisure travel and includes family members.

· A subsidy of up to 75% on rail and underground season tickets if you travel to work on the train.

· GWR ticket alliance – Heavily discounted all day passes for you and up to 3 friends and family to use across the GWR network.

· Benefits package including healthcare offers, a cycle to work scheme, discounted healthcare club membership, and a discounted offers and benefits including childcare, healthcare and online shopping site.

· A range of Pension schemes to choose from

· Effectively manage work-life balance with a 35hrs per week contract, hybrid working, flexible working, flexible leave, and enhanced family friendly support.

· 5 days paid volunteering leave.

· 2 weeks paid reserve leave for the Armed Forces community., Salary: This role is a Band 4B Role– £35,582- £40,029 per annum.