GE and SM Scheduler

UK Power Networks; Bury St Edmunds; On-site; GBP 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company based in Bury St Edmunds is seeking a GE and SM Scheduler to manage and schedule resources efficiently. This role involves utilizing scheduling systems, communicating with field staff and contractors, and ensuring compliance with Electricity Guaranteed Standards. Ideal candidates will demonstrate good teamwork, problem-solving skills, and a flexible attitude to work. A salary of £35,158 per annum plus benefits, including 25 days annual leave, personal pension plan, and discounts on various services is offered.

Benefits

25 Days Annual Leave plus bank holidays

Personal Pension Plan

Discounted gym membership

Qualifications

• A basic understanding of the Network and the types of jobs undertaken.
• Ability to work co-operatively with others to achieve shared goals.
• Competent technical skills to solve several tasks.

Responsibilities

• Achieve full utilisation of resources and update scheduling tools.
• Communicate with contractors to ensure compliance with regulations.
• Ensure Electricity Guaranteed Standards are followed.

Skills

Team working

Flexible attitude to work

Problem-solving

Education

Level 3 City and Guilds 2339 certificate in electrical technology engineering

Tools

SAP

MRS

GPS

Job description

This GE and SM Scheduler will report to General Enquiries & Smart Metering Manager and will work within Network Operations based in our Bury St Edmunds office. You will be a permanent employee.

Responsibilities

• Achieve full utilisation of the resources and updating scheduling tools or any new scheduling systems.
• Operate work management tools (MRS), (GPS), (SAP) and PC systems to assist with the issuing and completion of work.
• Raise and process purchase orders using SAP, including the generation of management reports.
• Provide regular feedback to the Field Engineers and Field Staff Supervisors.
• Take and resolve telephone queries from internal and external customers.
• Communicate with other Directorates to ensure working at the Regional Office.
• Help investigate customer complaints.
• Record and co‑ordinate Electricity Guaranteed Standards.
• Record annual leave and other absence.
• Communicate with Field Staff and update systems with timely information from site.
• Liaison with Local Authorities regarding NRSWA and Section 74 issues.
• Communicate with contractors to ensure compliance with section 74 of the New Roads and Street Works Act.
• Raise or request Street Works Notices and Permits.
• To work as a team with other Delivery & Business Services Administrators, Field Staff Supervisors and Field Engineers to ensure staff are scheduled and utilised.
• Ensure compliance with procedures.
• Accomplish a storm role during emergencies.
• Communicate with field staff and update systems to ensure our customers are given up‑to‑date information about their jobs.
• Ensure that Electricity Guaranteed Standards are followed and correctly recorded.
• Liaison with customers to make appointments and provide updates on progress with jobs.
• Schedule resources to minimise CML impact and customer complaints.

Process

• Safely schedule staff (direct and contractors).
• Update SAP and other systems promptly.
• Raise purchase orders promptly.
• Ensure that the scheduling systems are updated to ensure there is good visibility of all staff.
• Record annual leave and other absence for all field‑based staff in the Region.
• Communicate with contractors to ensure compliance with section 74 of the New Roads and Street Works Act.

People

• Active participation in Individual Performance Review (IPR) sessions with your Line Manager.
• Attendance at monthly Team Briefings.
• Manage days lost through sickness.
• Manage days lost through accidents.
• Manage non‑lost time accidents.

Qualifications & Skills

• A basic understanding of the Network and the types of jobs undertaken.
• Team working – The ability to work co‑operatively with others to achieve shared goals and improve the contribution of all members of the team.
• Flexible attitude to work and working hours.
• Level 3 City and Guilds 2339 formally 2322 certificate in electrical technology engineering (desirable but not essential).
• Enthusiastic and without losing sight of safety and security of supply.
• Motivate and bring staff to their full potential.
• Manage field teams and monitoring Performance and costs.
• You will require a competent technical person with the ability to solve several tasks and the ability to take on and learn new ones.

You will attract a salary of £35,158 per annum and a bonus of 3%.

Compensation & Benefits

• 25 Days Annual Leave plus bank holidays.
• Reservist Leave – Additional 18 days full pay and 22 unpaid.
• Personal Pension Plan – Personal contribution rates of 4% or 5% (UK Power Networks will make a corresponding contribution of 8% or 10%).
• Tenancy Loan Deposit Scheme, Season Ticket Loan.
• Tax efficient benefits: Cycle to Work, Home & Tech, and Green Car Leasing Schemes.
• Occupational Health support.
• Switched On – scheme providing discount on hundreds of retailers' products.
• Discounted gym membership.
• Employee Assistance Programme.