Possession/SSOW Planner

• Arranging line blockages through the use of NR RailHub
• Producing and maintaining possession plans within the PPS or RailHub system
• Keeping records of SWPs and worksites using various tracker and online systems (QTS/OnTrac)
• Resolving possession and worksite conflicts with NWR and other contractors
• Applying appropriate planning, safety and performance measures
• Attending the relevant planning integration meetings on a regular basis
• Consult with the person in charge and seek advice/guidance from other competent persons, as required, when producing an SWP (e.g. COSS/SWL or a person with task specific competence)
• Booking isolations within worksites
• Produce Safe Work Packs (SWP's)
• Overseeing all rail planning operations within their allocated work bank
• Liaising with the Responsible Managers in respect of maintaining continuity throughout the company
• Work closely with Network Rail and in-house project teams with regards to track access
• Work in accordance with GERT8000 Rule Book and NR/L2/OHS/019 (as amended), Safety of People Working on or Near the Line

• Proven safe systems of work and possession planning experience
• Proven track record in possession planning and completing SWPs
• Establish and maintain excellent working relationships within Network Rail and other contractors
• Excellent understanding of access planning processes and systems with detailed knowledge of relevant standards and procedures
• PTS and SSOWP Sentinel competencies
• Competent in the use of PPS for booking work sites and isolation, RailHub system for booking line blocks and preparation of all safety critical paperwork including SSOW.

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