Job Description

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Location

Preston, GB#

Department Name

Preston NU House or Carlisle Upperby Depot#

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Brief Description

What will you be doing?

Provide support and assistance in all aspects of Delivery Unit Planning activities.

This is a 12 month opportunity and can be based from either

Preston NU House or Carlisle Upperby Depot.

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About the role (External)

Key Accountabilities:

1. Assist the Delivery Unit Planning team as directed.


2. Assist in the production of the Delivery Unit Period Possession Plan and resource schedules.


3. Submit and process a variety of Access and Resource Planning requests in compliance with agreed processes and procedures.


4. Accurately input, update and maintain relevant planning systems and records as required.


5. Assist in the coordination and optimisation of all resources for efficient maintenance delivery.


6. Provide effective support to plan changes and emergency works.


7. Liaise with external and internal contacts across functions in relation to the planning requests.


8. 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)

Salary

: Band 6 salary - circa 23,000.00

Closing date

: 11th November 2025 - Late applications will not be accepted.

This is a 12 month fixed term contract opportunity.

What does our recruitment process look like?

Once you have applied, our Recruitment Specialist will look at your CV. If your experience matches what we're looking for, you'll be invited to an interview.

You can visit Evenbreaks Career Hive for advice on accessibility support if you're unsure of the options available. Should you require any reasonable adjustments/modifications, please add a note to your application.



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