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SalaryCalling all Transport Planning Assistants! Are you interested in a Planning Assistant role for one of the largest transport organisations in the world! Then this is the role for you!
About the Job:
Transport for London is seeking a Planning Assistant to support the strategic planning team. This role is crucial for producing delivery plans for R&E programmes, ensuring cost-effectiveness and minimal customer impact.
Key Information:
- Contract duration: 3 months (View to extend)
- Location: Stratford (2-3 days in the office each week)
- Daily Pay rate: £210 PAYE or £282 Umbrella
- Working days: Monday - Friday, 35 hours per week
- Start date: ASAP
- Client: Transport for London
Key Responsibilities
- Provide administrative support to the Strategic Planning team.
- Assist with the production and maintenance of the Annual Work Plan and network schematics.
- Support senior management communication regarding programme progress and risks.
- Contribute to the change control process, including form processing and register updates.
- Interface with the delivery team to review and report on handover works, activity logic, and sequencing.
- Ensure timely submission of programme update information and provide guidance on data submission.
- Support training sessions and assist project teams with report interpretation.
- Engage in consultations to resolve common issues within TfL, aiming for solutions that benefit all parties.
- Promote a positive safety culture and contribute to improving HSE performance within TfL projects.
Skills, Knowledge & Experience
- Engineering degree or HND equivalent is preferable, or extensive experience in lieu of formal qualifications.
- Basic understanding of engineering diagrams.
- Computer literacy, with proficiency in Microsoft Project, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Primavera P6 (desirable).
- Substantial site experience in railway track renewals.
- Detailed knowledge of the LU Network.
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- High-level report writing and presentation skills.
- NEC3 Contract awareness.
- Detailed record-keeping skills.
- Familiarity with LU access and track.
Don't miss your chance to be a part of the London’s Transport Scene. Apply now and make an impact as a Planning Assistant!
