Transport Planning Assistant

Calling 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!