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Colas Rail UK
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Bristol, Bristol
Safe System Of Work Planner
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Job Description
Purpose of the Role To support Project Teams within the designated span of control in order to ensure that all access requirements for rail possessions in relation to project delivery are researched, established, planned and requested in a timely manner, within project budget, and in accordance with Company Procedures, Rules, Regulations and Safety Legislation Key Success Measures Safety Support the implementation of the Colas Rail Limited Safety, Health, Environment and Quality (SHEQ) strategy, associated actions and resulting initiatives, to deliver continuous improvement in all areas. Profitability Ensure work is carried out with a continuous view to profitability and efficiency and look after our shareholders by guaranteeing that they see value for money and a profitable business. Quality Quality is key to competitiveness. Take responsibility for delivering on time and on budget a high quality product or service, which Colas Rail can take pride in. Respect Demonstrate respect for colleagues, our clients and the environment in all areas of work. Key Areas of Responsibility & Accountability Responsible for creation SWP in accordance with 019 standards, ensuring all planning time fences (T - Dates) are achieved, including liaison with Project Teams. Attend project meetings as and when required. Represent the company in a professional and constructive manner. Compile list of access requests and arranged access. Confirm access with Project Responsible Managers. Apply for agreed Line Blockages and access. Prepare SWP Packs for all access & possessions. Compile records of access types worked per period. Compile records of 20% responsible manager checks and feedback to contractors. Manage Line Blockage Protection Staff Resources and paperwork. Attend all relevant internal and external progress meetings. Prepare trackers for distribution to project team. Attend safety briefs. As you will expect the organisation may change from time to time and you will be expected to meet the operational requirements. Any other reasonable duties as required from time to time. Person Specification Technical Skills Extensive experience within rail planning. Flexibility to work on UK wide projects. Personal Track Safety (NR PTS). Extensive experience of access planning within the rail environment. Working knowledge of access planning software applications (principally PPS). Knowledge of operational railway and associated Safety Procedures. An understanding of project management. Understanding of project planning and project life cycle. A range of IT skills including MS Office Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Experience of using On:Track. Behavioral Skills Customer Focus. Good interpersonal, communication and organisational skills. Effective persuasive and negotiation skills. Ability to build effective working relationships across all levels. Must have a flexible attitude to work. Ability to analyse data and make suitable decisions. A team player. Understanding of the engineering requirements of work on the railway. Understanding of all rail disciplines and interface management. Ability with pressure and responsibility. Energy 'Get up and go' attitude of a leader Energise Lead, manage and inspire my team Edge Maximise my personal edge Execute Make things happen Engage Stay close to the client Colas Rail in the United Kingdom values and encourages diversity in our workforce, regardless of background, disability or gender. As part of our aim to deliver quality services, we are committed to promoting equality and eliminating discrimination. Recruitment agencies Colas Rail currently works with a number of approved recruitment suppliers. We will therefore not consider CVs or speculative proposals from any other agencies. Recruitment agencies not currently approved as preferred suppliers are kindly requested not to submit speculative CVs to any part of Colas Rail.