Are you an experienced administrator with a knack for planning and organisation? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy ensuring smooth workflows? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

First People Solutions are working in partnership with a leading company in the utilities sector. We are looking for a Project Planner/Scheduler to join their dynamic team based in Livingston.

The Role
Work orders rely on being planned successfully and this is your opportunity to be there at the beginning, to map out what needs to be achieved.

You'll communicate with various colleagues and customers, to ensure requirements and expectations are clearly defined.

These requirements will then need to be translated into accurate and concise work instructions for the operational teams.

Here are some of the activities you will be involved in...

Planning activities for operational teams using various systems.
Monitoring work output from beginning to completion, ensuring progress is recorded and communicated regularly.
Acting as the first point of contact for operations colleagues, to help provide resolutions to any issues.
Processing, raising and closing traffic management, footway, road closures, notice and permit requests.

We would love to hear from you if you can demonstrate…

You have relevant experience in a fast-paced environment, making quick decisions and managing multiple tasks.
You possess extensive administration experience, ideally in planning or within the utilities sector.
Highly developed organisational and communication skills and an enjoyment of dealing with lots of different people.
Your IT skills are excellent, particularly with Microsoft Office applications.
You can prioritise your workload efficiently while maintaining strong attention to detail.
You are knowledgeable in NRSWA (desirable but not essential).
You can adapt to changing priorities and meet deadlines with ease.If this sounds like you, apply today to join a supportive team where your skills will make a real difference!

Equal Opportunities:

First People Solutions is committed to equal opportunities regardless of gender, race, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief and age