Planner

Planner

Closing date: 9th December 2026. Please note, we may close this advert earlier than advertised if we receive a high volume of applications, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

What if your next role actually made you excited for Mondays? At Siemens Mobility, we believe our people are the cornerstone of our success. We are committed to nurturing a supportive and inclusive environment where every team member can thrive. Join our global community, where your growth and development are as important as our shared mission to innovate and transform the Rail industry.

Mobility is a global market leader in rail infrastructure, shaping the future of transportation through cutting‑edge technology, digital innovation, and sustainable engineering. As part of our Rail Infrastructure business, you’ll join a team that is transforming how people and goods move, making rail travel safer, smarter, greener, and more efficient.

As a planner you will carry out project planning and control activities on designated projects. You will be a key member of the project team and support project managers in the successful planning and control of project delivery.

You‘ll make a difference by ….

• Developing and maintaining integrated project schedules in line with Siemens Rail Automation UK project management standards, planning processes, and PM@Siemens methodologies.
• Collaborating with project, commercial, finance, site, and possession planning teams to ensure project programmes are accurately developed, resource and cost loaded, aligned, and effectively managed throughout the project lifecycle.
• Supporting the successful transition of tender programmes into delivery plans by working closely with the Bids & Tendering team during mobilisation and project execution.
• Building strong relationships with client representatives and project stakeholders to deliver effective planning and project controls solutions that drive successful project outcomes.
• Performing critical path analysis, schedule performance assessments, and scenario modelling to identify risks, opportunities, and mitigation strategies, providing clear recommendations to support informed decision-making.
• Delivering timely and accurate project controls reporting, including KPIs, earned value analysis, schedule performance, delay analysis, and critical path reporting for both internal and client stakeholders.
• Assessing the impact of project changes through detailed analysis of cost, resources, programme implications, risks, and issues, ensuring potential impacts are understood and managed effectively.
• Championing best practice in planning and project controls, driving continuous improvement across processes, tools, and ways of working within the organisation.

What you’ll need to succeed...

• Applying your HND/HNC qualification or equivalent practical experience to deliver effective project planning and controls solutions across complex infrastructure projects.
• Leveraging your experience in infrastructure project planning, ideally within the rail industry, to develop robust programmes that support successful project delivery.
• Working collaboratively with project management teams and client organisations to align project objectives, schedules, and performance expectations.
• Utilising Primavera P6 and other planning tools, including Microsoft Project, to develop, maintain, and analyse project schedules and performance.
• Using strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify risks, resolve planning challenges, and support informed project decision-making.
• Building effective relationships with stakeholders through excellent interpersonal and communication skills, fostering collaboration across multidisciplinary teams.

Desirable

• Applying knowledge of recognised project management methodologies, such as PRINCE2, to support the successful planning and execution of projects.
• Drawing on your technical or engineering background, ideally within the railway industry, to provide valuable insight and contribute to the delivery of complex engineering programmes.

Benefits

At Siemens Mobility, we believe that work should work for you. We go beyond standard benefits to create an environment where our people feel supported, empowered and valued both professionally and personally.

Wellbeing: Flexible working, 24/7 Mental health support, Subsidised gym memberships, Subsidised Bupa healthcare, Enhanced sick pay

Financial: Match and More pension, Life assurance, Perks at Work discounts, Cycle to Work scheme, Annual Bonus

Family: Day-one paid parental rights, Shared parental leave, Extra holidays for length of service, Enjoy 26 days annual leave (plus public holidays), with the flexibility to buy or sell up to 5 days each year, volunteering days and sabbaticals

Personal Growth: Access to online learning, Support for external training and development opportunities, Inclusive culture promoting equality and belonging, Active employee networks, Opportunities to grow your skills and career

Join Siemens Mobility where your wellbeing, growth, and future matter.

Transform The Everyday with us

We value your unique identity and perspective and are fully committed to providing equitable opportunities and building a workplace that reflects the diversity of society. Come bring your authentic self and transform the every day with us!

We are a Disability Confident Leader and welcome applications from all individuals, including those with disabilities. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact your recruiter, who will be happy to support you.

At Siemens, we promote a growth mindset, the self-belief that we can learn and grow, take on new challenges and adapt to change. If you don't match all the criteria for this role but feel you have transferable skills to enable you to succeed, we encourage you to apply