Field Services Scheduler

Valda Energy Limited; Bicester; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Leave 25+ days (plus holidays)

Birthday day off

Private medical insurance

Pension scheme matching 5%

Development programs

Job summary

Valda Energy Limited, based in Bicester, is seeking a Field Services Scheduler to optimise disconnection activities and deploy field agents efficiently. You will manage appointments, route planning and real-time adjustments, ensuring service levels and customer outcomes are met.

Key requirements include scheduling/logistics experience, strong organisational and communication skills, and proficiency with Microsoft Office and Excel. Competitive benefits and a supportive team culture are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience in scheduling, planning, logistics coordination or a similar operational role.
• Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise workloads and manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, with a focus on data accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Plan and allocate daily workloads for field disconnection agents and manage appointments for efficiency.
• Monitor field activity and adjust in real time, prioritising urgent cases as needed.
• Coordinate with field operatives and partners to complete disconnections/reconnections within service levels.
• Maintain records and produce operational reports; track performance against targets.
• Resolve scheduling bottlenecks and ensure compliance with company policies.

Skills

Scheduling

Planning

Logistics coordination

Organisational skills

Communication

Excel

Analytical thinking

Pressure handling

Teamwork

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

The Energy Revolution

Valda Energy is a dynamic and rapidly growing energy supplier based in Bicester, committed to driving business success through smart, reliable energy solutions. Established in 2019 by industry experts, we bring together a diverse combination of talent to foster continuous sustainable growth. We challenge the existing marketplace with our leading, tech-driven, and customer-focused approach. Our passion for innovation and dedication to exceptional service sets us apart.

At Valda Energy, we live by our core values: communicate, collaborate, own it, embrace change, and put the customer first. We believe that our people are our greatest asset, and we are dedicated to fostering a supportive and evolving culture. From introducing new benefits to offering structured training opportunities and hosting frequent social events, we ensure our employees thrive.

How you will Energise Our Team

As a Field Services Scheduler, you’ll play a key role in coordinating and optimising our field disconnection activities. You’ll ensure field agents are deployed efficiently, appointments are managed effectively and work is completed within agreed service levels, while maintaining strong customer outcomes and compliance standards.

The day-to-day responsibilities will include but are not limited to the following:

• Planning and allocating daily workloads to field disconnection agents, managing appointments and route planning to maximise efficiency and productivity
• Monitoring field activity throughout the day, making real-time adjustments and prioritising urgent, priority and escalated cases where required
• Liaising with field operatives, internal teams and third-party partners to coordinate disconnection and reconnection activities within agreed service levels
• Maintaining accurate records across relevant systems and databases, while producing operational reports and monitoring performance against key business targets
• Investigating and resolving scheduling issues, operational bottlenecks and resource challenges to keep field activity running smoothly
• Building effective working relationships with stakeholders across Collections, Customer Service, Metering and Billing, ensuring activities are completed in line with company policies, procedures and compliance requirements
• Supporting a positive company culture and taking on any other reasonable duties as requested by your line manager

The Spark we're Looking For

• Experience in scheduling, planning, logistics coordination or a similar operational role
• Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise workloads and manage multiple tasks effectively
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with confidence working with colleagues and external partners
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, with a strong focus on data accuracy and attention to detail
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a practical and solutions-focused approach
• Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment, while remaining organised and adaptable
• Self-motivated and proactive, with a positive approach to teamwork, learning and continuous improvement

Perks that Power Your Journey

• Annual Salary up to £26k
• Company annual bonus scheme
• 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, a length of service award increasing up to 30 days, plus an extra day off during your birthday month
• Private Medical Insurance with Vitality Health
• Access to The Grid, our employee engagement and rewards platform, giving you exclusive discounts at hundreds of retailers, wellbeing resources, recognition tools, and more
• Life Insurance policy, providing coverage at four times your salary
• Employee Assistance Programme offering confidential support and guidance
• Enjoy an array of complimentary snacks, drinks, and lunch options in our office
• Salary sacrifice pension scheme where we will match contributions up to 5%
• In-house learning and development team devoted to nurturing your talent, unlocking potential and propelling you towards being your best
• Refer a friend scheme (up to £500), monthly team events, annual company events & recognition awards

We are extremely proud to be an equal opportunity employer and actively encourage applications from all backgrounds. To make your recruitment experience with us accessible to you, we encourage you to let us know if you have any individual requirements. We are here to support you, so please reach out to our team on [e-mail]