Planning Assistant - 12-month Fixed Term Contract

IRC

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. 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.

Safe behaviour is a requirement of working for Network Rail. Applicants should be able to demonstrate their awareness of our safety vision.

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

Scotland's Railway is part of this large family and it covers a large geographical area from the Borders to Thurso at the far tip of the North East of Scotland, accounting for almost 20 per cent of the UK rail network. We provide rapid access along busy commuter routes to our seven cities, servicing the varied needs of our business and leisure commuter services, including cross border services and rural services. We have up to 50 freight services operating every day and we are steadily building capacity for this to grow. 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.

This is a Full-Time 12-month Fixed Termposition.

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

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.

We're a Disability Confident organisation and we'll try our best to adapt to suit individual needs.

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

Knowledge of maintenance processes and techniques

Knowledge of Maintenance Planning Systems

Closing date:Midnight on Wednesday 19th August 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.

Here are a few of the benefits we offer:

• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Choice of pension schemes
• Discounted leisure train travel for you and your family
• 75% subsidy on Rail and Underground season tickets
• 5 days paid volunteer or carers leave
• My Benefits platform - giving national and local discounts on retailers, gym membership and more

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

Knowledge of maintenance processes and techniques

Knowledge of Maintenance Planning Systems