PLANNER - LEEDS

Based from Leeds with agile/home working opportunities, we are looking to recruit a Planner within Flow & Water Quality Monitoring. The purpose of this role is to assist the Flow Operations Department by effectively creating work packages for field crew Teams to complete maintenance / removals of field-based equipment as well as managing field crews site sheets and incoming data.

THE TASKS YOU WILL UNDERTAKE WILL INCLUDE (BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO):

• Identify and prioritise sites for inspection by field crews using MapInfo (GIS software) and Google Maps, based on client-provided data
• Create and apply for traffic permits using MapInfo, Google, and information from field crews
• Liaise with land and business owners to arrange site access and permissions
• Generate Land Entry Notices (LENS) in MapInfo, using data from site investigations and the Land Registry
• Coordinate with field crews to ensure efficient scheduling and workflow
• Develop daily and weekly plans for field crews using Teamleaf, incorporating land registry data and approved traffic permits
• Manage incoming site data, including paperwork, electronic site sheets, and photographic records, maintaining accurate datasets and reports
• Provide performance insights on crews and contracts as required
• Support the continuous improvement of planning procedures and processes within Teamleaf
• Liaise with external clients to ensure seamless coordination and service deliver

TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN THIS ROLE, YOU WILL BE ABLE TO DEMONSTRATE:

• Good computer skills, particularly Microsoft packages (Essential)
• Previous experience of planning (Essential)
• Previous experience of scheduling work to field crews (Essential)
• Working knowledge of MapInfo or GIS based software (Desirable)
• Ability to adapt to bespoke systems (Desirable)
• Knowledge of NRSWA (Street Works) (Desirable)