Planning Assistant (Infrastructure Maintenance)
Network Rail
Maintenance Sheffield Blast Lane, UK FULL TIME
Overview
Network Rail is seeking an individual to assist with planning and delivery of wagon maintenance fleets and network wire requests. This role is crucial for ensuring the safe and efficient movement of freight across the country.
- Assist with the planning and delivery of NSC wagon maintenance fleet.
- Help manage network wire requests and publication of plans.
- Support the planning and delivery for non-allocated wagons.
- Contribute to identifying and implementing quality and efficiency improvements.
- Requires knowledge of railway geography, network capability, and train services.
About the role
About the Role
Network Rail is looking for an individual to support the planning and delivery of their wagon maintenance fleet and manage network wire requests. This role is essential for the efficient and safe operation of freight services across the country.
What's in it for you
As part of the Network Rail team, you will benefit from:
- 28-day annual leave with the option to buy and sell days.
- Choice of pension schemes.
- 75% discount on leisure travel for you and your family.
- 5 days paid volunteer or carers leave.
- Up to 75% subsidised Rail and Underground travel.
- Gym Pass - access to gyms across the UK.
- My Benefits platform offering national and local retail discounts.
Key Accountabilities:
- Assist with the planning and delivery of NSC wagon maintenance fleet.
- Assist with network wire requests and publication of the plan.
- Assist with the planning and delivery of the non-allocated wagons.
- Assist with network wire requests.
- Assist with the booking of rail delivery and modular S&C operators.
- Assist in the identification and implementation of quality and efficiency improvements.
Essential Skills and Knowledge:
- Knowledge of relevant railway geography and network capability.
- Knowledge of relevant train services and network capacity.
- Ability to work under pressure within a continuous planning process.
- Good communication skills and a customer-focused approach.
Key details
- Location
- Sheffield Blast Lane, UK
- Salary
- £25,418 / year
- Posted
- 2 October 2026
- Type
- FULL TIME