Position: Planner – Overhead LinesLocation: KilkennyContract: One Year Fixed Term – Full TimeSalary: DOE (paid monthly)Are you ready to be a vital part of a dynamic and innovative utilities service company? As a leading company in the Energy and Telecoms Industries, Gaeltec Utilities is driven by a collective vision: creating a cleaner, brighter living for our future. Our journey is one of continuous growth and success, we are seeking a candidate who possess a high level of commitment and passion for their role within the company.In return we offer a good working environment, competitive compensation package, progression opportunities, Employee Assistance Programme, personal development and Cycle to Work Scheme.Overview of role:Gaeltec Utilities are seeking a Planner to work with our Overhead Lines team. As a planner you will be a key member of the OHL team who will prepare network maps, planned outages, weekly reports and a key resource in liaising with external contractors and internal stakeholders.Key Responsibilities:Plan and prepare crew work packs for planned outages on a daily basis.Plan and prepare material lists for the crews and warehouse manager on a daily basis.Review work packs with the crews as they return from site to discuss any deviations/alterations to the work that was planned.Preparation of weekly report for materials used that takes into account all deviations/alterations to the planned work.Preparing network maps for supervisors/access officers to inspect works in advance of planned outages.Utilise the MRL system to book work days for work in urban areas.Liaise with manager/supervisors/access officers/stakeholders to discuss the progress of projects and address any issues that arise.Liaise with external contractors to organise their participation in projects when required i.e. traffic management, specialised equipment.Site visits and audits.Project co-ordination to ensure the achievement of all deliverables in a timely manner.Update and report progress of the project at regular intervals to the Project Manager.Skills and Experience:Previous experience in a similar role within an ESB project, specifically overhead lines networks (LV/MV/HV) is preferred, but not essential.Sound written and verbal communication skillsExcellent time management and planning skillsAttention to detail and ability to resolve issues as they ariseProven experience in liaising with operational teamsGood customer services and organisational skillsAbility to risk assess activities throughout your working day within Health and Safety guidelinesFlexible approach to meet business requirementsAbility to work independently and within a team, take direction from supervisor(s), adhere to required work schedules, attention to detail and follow work rulesProficient in the use of Microsoft Office, in particular excel and ability to learn other software packagesCurrent drivers licence.If you would like the chance to work in this exciting role for an innovative company, please apply directly with CV to: Gaeltec Utilities are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to creating a diverse working environment.Job Type: Full-timeBenefits:Additional leaveBike to work schemeCompany eventsEmployee assistance programOn-site parkingSick payWork authorisation:Ireland (required)Work Location: In person