Jobs in Helmshore

Are you ready to make a tangible impact on the UK's strategic road network? We're recruiting for a Senior Planner - Highways to join our team, where you'll play a key role in shaping and delivering maintenance programmes across a major highways contract.

This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of planning activities across both cyclic and reactive maintenance, ensuring works are delivered efficiently, safely and in line with client expectations.

The primary depot for this role is Preston Brook - Runcorn, however the position offers a hybrid working arrangement, with travel to sites and other depots as required.

The standard hours of work are 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with a hybrid working pattern.

What You'll Do:
Develop, manage and maintain detailed highways maintenance programmes
Plan and coordinate cyclic and reactive works in line with client (National Highways) requirements
Ensure efficient allocation of labour, plant, materials and subcontractors
Monitor programme performance and take corrective action where required
Liaise with Operations teams to ensure delivery aligns with safety, quality and financial targets
Coordinate road space bookings and network occupancy requirements
Use planning systems to track progress, update programmes and report on performance
Provide regular updates and reports to stakeholders on programme delivery and risks
Support financial forecasting of planned works and highlight variances
Work closely with clients, suppliers and internal teams to optimise delivery
Ensure all activities comply with relevant standards, processes and health & safety requirements
Support continuous improvement and share best practice across the team Why Join Us?

At Amey, we don't just offer jobs, we offer opportunities to build fulfilling careers. As one of the top 1% of employers recognised by Investors in People, we are committed to your professional growth and wellbeing.

Here's what you can expect when you join our team:
Competitive Salary with annual reviews
Career Growth opportunities within a leading infrastructure organisation
Training Opportunities to support your professional development
Personal Development Programmes including Leadership Development, (email address removed) and Multicultural Leadership
Pension Scheme with company contributions
24 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays, plus the option to buy additional leave
Flexible Benefits including cycle-to-work schemes, gym membership and more
Exclusive Discounts via our online employee portal
Social Impact with 2 paid volunteering days each year
What You'll Bring:

Essential:
Experience in planning and coordination within highways, construction or infrastructure
Strong organisational and programme management skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and conflicting demands
Good understanding of maintenance planning and delivery
Strong communication skills with stakeholders at all levels
IT proficiency, including planning systems and Microsoft Office
Ability to problem-solve and work proactively Desirable:
Highways sector experience
Knowledge of National Highways contracts
Understanding of road space booking and traffic management requirements
Experience in financial forecasting or programme reporting If you're ready to make a meaningful impact on our business and contribute to a shared, sustainable future, we'd love to hear from you.

Application Guidance

At Amey, we value a culture of diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from individuals who are passionate about making a positive impact, no matter their background, gender, race or personal circumstances.

As a Disability Confident Leader, we're proud to offer applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role.

If you have any questions or need any adjustments during the recruitment process, don't hesitate to reach out to Chantal Hayes, our recruiter for this role, at (url removed)

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