Planner

Company Description

About Monitoring and Surveying

SOCOTEC's Monitoring and Surveying teams deliver market-leading monitoring, surveying and data collection services across the UK. With over 30 years of experience, we support major infrastructure, construction, utilities and environmental projects through land and utility surveying, gas and asset surveys, flow and water quality monitoring, and advanced geotechnical and structural monitoring. Using industry-leading technology and real-time data, we help clients reduce risk, protect critical assets and make safe, informed decisions. Our people-focused, can-do culture puts safety, quality and customer excellence at the heart of everything we do.

What's in it for you?

Your expertise deserves recognition. Alongside a salary of £27,976-£29,604 depending on experience that increases as you progress, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including 25 days holiday (with the option to buy more), an electric car scheme (where applicable), employee recognition programmes, family-friendly support, exclusive retail discounts, employee assistance programmes, and an enhanced company pension. SOCOTEC UK & Ireland are proud to be Disability Confident accredited.

Job Description

Are you interested in environmental monitoring, data coordination, and supporting essential flow operations? This is an opportunity to join SOCOTEC as a Planner, playing a key role in supporting the Water Quality Monitoring team.

As SOCOTEC continues to grow, we are looking for a proactive and organised Planner to join our Flow Planning Team in Leeds. In this role, you'll work closely with field crews, clients, and internal teams to ensure monitoring activities are planned efficiently, safely, and in line with contractual and regulatory requirements.

You’ll need to be confident working independently while also collaborating effectively as part of a wider team. Experience in planning, scheduling, or coordination roles is essential, along with an understanding of water quality monitoring practices and environmental regulations.

The tasks you will undertake will include (but are not limited to):

• Identify and prioritise sites to be inspected by the field crews, from our clients proposed data using MapInfo (GIS software) and Google maps.
• Create and apply for traffic permits using MapInfo, Google and field crew information.
• Contact land/business owners to arrange access and permissions for site crews.
• Create Land Entry Notices (LENS) in MapInfo using data from the site investigation and Land registry.
• Liaise with field crews.
• Create daily/weekly plans for site field crews using Teamleaf our internal work management system, using information gathered from land registry and traffic permits applied for.
• Manage incoming paperwork and electronic site sheets including data and photographs returned from site and maintain data sets and create reports as required.
• Provide supporting information on crew and contracts performance as required.
• Assist with the ongoing development of planning procedures and processes with Teamleaf for continuous improvement.
• Liaise with external clients as required.

Qualifications

To be a successful Planner, you should be able to demonstrate:

• Previous experience in planning, scheduling, coordination, or operational support roles.
• Strong organisational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication skills, including telephone and written correspondence with stakeholders and landowners.
• High attention to detail, particularly in data management, documentation, and reporting.
• Problem-solving ability, especially in relation to site access and operational constraints.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and ability to learn bespoke systems quickly.

Additional Information

Why SOCOTEC?

Join a thriving community of over 2,000 industry professionals who are passionate about making a real difference. At SOCOTEC UK, we're not just delivering services - we're shaping the future of testing, inspection, and certification across the nation.

What sets us apart? Our people. We've built our reputation on attracting exceptional talent like you and empowering them to deliver excellence at every turn. Our comprehensive range of TIC services means you'll have the opportunity to work on diverse, challenging projects that truly matter.

In this role, you won't just be another employee - you'll be a key player in our continued success story. Your expertise will directly contribute to our mission of building a safer, more sustainable world, while you grow your career alongside some of the industry's finest professionals.

Your Career, Your Way

Build a traditional career path or explore opportunities across multiple disciplines - all within SOCOTEC. Your choice, your direction.

Work Your Way

Local, national, or global projects. Office-based, remote, or hybrid. We offer the flexibility that empowers you to perform at your best.

Committed to Your Growth

From day one, you'll have access to comprehensive training, mentorship, and development programmes. We support every step of your professional journey.

Building a safer and more sustainable world is the core mission we set out to achieve at SOCOTEC, it is at the heart of everything that we do. We are committed to acting as a key player in society, investing in innovative solutions to ensure social and environmental concerns are at the forefront of all of our business operations.