Planner, Business, Operations Manager

We’re looking for an organised and proactive Planner to join our busy Planning Department on a 12‑month fixed‑term contract
. This key role supports the coordination and delivery of multi‑utility projects, ensuring works are efficiently planned, scheduled and executed to meet customer and operational requirements.

This role is suitable for applicants with experience in a planning or coordination role, or with strong administrative experience. Ideally you will be available to start immediately and must live within a commutable distance of Braintree, Essex.

• Work Planning & Scheduling: Coordinating daily and weekly work plans to ensure resources are effectively allocated to meet project timelines and priorities.
• Work Request Management: Raising, processing and monitoring work requests to support project delivery and customer satisfaction.
• Performance Tracking: Maintaining accurate records, producing reports and supporting data analysis to improve efficiency and performance visibility.
• Stakeholder Coordination: Liaising with internal departments, field teams and external partners to ensure smooth communication and issue resolution.
• Problem Solving: Identifying and resolving planning challenges in a timely and professional manner.
• Continuous Improvement: Supporting the development of planning processes and contributing ideas to enhance team performance and customer experience.

• Proven experience in planning, scheduling or administration – ideally within utilities construction or a similar operational environment.
• Strong organisational and time‑management skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• Confident communication skills – written and verbal – with the ability to engage effectively with colleagues and stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and comfortable working with data and systems.
• A proactive, solutions‑focused mindset and willingness to take initiative.
• A collaborative team player who takes pride in delivering high‑quality work and supporting collective goals.

Our company is devoted to ensuring our staff receives a comprehensive selection of rewards and perks. We acknowledge that employment is merely a portion of our daily routine and our objective is to provide our team members with a broad spectrum of versatile benefits that cater to their needs. We take pride in offering a diverse assortment of options to support all lifestyles with a majority of these benefits accessible throughout the year.

• Competitive Salary
• Flexible staggered start/finish time
• Life cover
• Attractive holiday allowance
• EV salary sacrifice scheme
• Wellbeing service
• Enhanced parental leave
• Long service award
• Learning & development opportunities
• Retail discounts
• Volunteering scheme
• Buy additional holiday

And much more…

As the business that continues to define multi‑utility in the residential market, Tri Connex works tirelessly to ensure that our residential developer clients have access to experts in all existing and emerging utilities.

Providing the widest product range solely to the residential sector equals a greater customer experience. This is why we are regarded by so many as offering the best customer service in the industry.

Working within Tri Connex is a rewarding place to be. We spend a lot of time at work and we know the importance of spending that time working towards a common purpose. Supporting our employees is a key priority balancing the demands of a growing business with its staff welfare.

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• Exercise planning
• MRP

Employment Type: Temp
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1

We are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming workplace. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and value diversity in all its forms. We want to ensure that you feel supported throughout the process and provide reasonable adjustments where necessary. If you require any adjustments during your application interview process or throughout your employment please do not hesitate to let us know.