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Section Planner, Administrator [Track] - 6 month fixed term contract/secondment

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Full-time | Fixed term contract
£29,000 - £31,000 a year
12 days ago

Benefits

Annual leave
Company pension
Discounted gym membership
Employee discount
Paid volunteer time

Qualifications

Organisational skills
IT
Clerical experience
Communication skills

Full job description

Who We Are

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. Click here 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 click here . 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 .

About the role

The role is responsible for planning and optimising all agreed work activities within the section, ensuring schedules are efficient and deliverable. This includes producing Safe Systems of Work, submitting green zone access and isolation requests, developing draft quarterly plans, and managing weekly Plan Do Review meetings. The post holder will also represent Section Managers at planning and coordination meetings, supporting effective communication and delivery across teams.

In addition, the role provides comprehensive administrative and record keeping support. Key responsibilities include maintaining accurate systems, databases, infrastructure maintenance records, rosters and timesheets, as well as supporting the Assessment in the Line process. The post holder will set up and maintain efficient filing systems, with particular attention to confidentiality and safety critical documentation, and carry out general office administration duties to support the Section Manager effectively.

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

Our aim is to ensure your candidate experience is as positive as possible. If you require reasonable adjustments at any point, simply let us know we'll do our best to assist you.

Salary: £29,000 - £31,000 per annum

Closing date: 17th June 2026

For further information about the role, please contact Cameron Smillie - [email protected].

This is a 6 month fixed term contract/secondment.

For help with the recruitment process, please contact [email protected].

PLEASE NOTE - all offers of employment are conditional upon satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks: .

Your experience and skills

Essential

Work Plan production and resource optimisation skills

Scheduling profile in work planning/scheduling system

Core Planning Skills Level 2

Knowledge of access and possession processes and systems

Safe System of Work Planning Process and System

Good interpersonal, communication and organisational skills

Experience of clerical support and office management

Excellent time manager

Knowledge of relevant IT systems

Ability to work on own initiative

Desirable

Knowledge of operational railway environment

Key Information

Vacancy Details

Number of Positions:

Contract Type:

Fixed-Term

Hours:

Full Time

Location:

Reading Depot, Reading

Geographical Area:

South East England (Not inside M25)

Closing Date:

17-JUN-2026

Job Category:

Administration & Secretarial

Function:

Wales & Western Region

Organisation:

MW ATME 1 Reading Indirect (893102) G5

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