Job Introduction
We are currently recruiting for a Grade 6 Network Planner to join us at our Plymouth depot. Planners design our network and work with our Engineers to construct, reinforce, alter and replace our equipment. As you can imagine, the pace is fast, and if you join us, our customers will trust you to provide excellent service and minimise any impact.
Requirements
To be considered, you'll need English and Maths GCSE Grade C/Level 4 minimum, or Functional Skills Level 2 or above. You'll hold a Level 2 City & Guilds 2339, or equivalent qualification of the same level.
We'll need to see evidence of your qualifications, and if not already attained you'll need to undertake Level 3 City & Guilds 2339.
Please note you may initially be appointed at a lower salary until all relevant courses and training are complete.
Responsibilities
You'll be hands‑on, responsible for project design, costing and quoting and the replacement/diversion/reinforcement of existing electricity network assets. Working primarily on the high‑voltage network, you’ll take care of the costs and plan for substation and cable replacements. You’ll also share responsibilities in the following tasks:
- Prepare capital projects and off‑site coordination.
- Design schemes that align with our Engineering Directives.
- Prepare plans, schematics, wayleaves, notices, materials schedules, terms, quotations and agreements.
- Liaise with Grade 7 Network Planner to meet all overall network requirements.
- Determine the what, how and cost for individual projects, and approve them.
- Resolve customer complaints.
- Set up scheme files and close down on completion.
- Monitor costs on individual capital sanctions, identify and comment on variances, and take corrective action.
- Visit sites and work from developer plans.
Ideal Candidate
You may already have experience as a Grade 5 Network Planner, so you’ll understand our procedures and standards and already understand our customers and their needs. If you haven’t worked with us before, then you’ll have an electrical background with a qualification to match – perhaps you’ve worked in internal electrical planning. Either way, strong communication skills are key, so you can coordinate jobs and clearly explain issues. As you’ll be in control of your diary, we’ll need you to be resilient, organised and able to prioritise your workload. Team players thrive in this role, and you’ll be used to taking a proactive and more consultative approach. Experience using iPads, computers and our additional software is a must.
A full UK driving licence is required to enable you to carry out site visits. Operationally we require you to live within approximately 60 minutes of the depot you are applying for. As part of our hybrid working approach this role offers a mix of office and home working. Hybrid working can only be considered once your initial training is complete and subject to business need. You may not possess all the skills required to carry out the role at present but you will have the confidence and ability to reach the necessary standards with appropriate training.
