Overview
Location: Regional Office (Full-time, Office-Based)
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented GE and SM Scheduler to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in the effective scheduling of staff, resource management, and ensuring smooth operational processes. If you’re a self-driven individual with strong organizational skills and a passion for delivering outstanding service, we want to hear from you!
Key Responsibilities
- Staff Scheduling & Resource Management
- Safely and effectively schedule staff (both direct and contractors) within the region.
- Achieve full utilization of resources and regularly update scheduling tools or any new systems implemented.
- Work Management Tools
- Operate work management systems (MRS, GPS, SAP) to assist with issuing and completing work.
- Raise and process purchase orders using SAP, including the generation of management reports.
- Communication & Liaison
- Provide regular feedback to Field Engineers and Field Staff Supervisors.
- Resolve telephone queries from internal and external customers.
- Collaborate with other Directorates for seamless operations across the Regional Office.
- Support the investigation of customer complaints.
- Maintain records for Electricity Guaranteed Standards.
- Compliance & Administrative Tasks
- Liaise with contractors to ensure compliance with Section 74 of the New Roads and Street Works Act.
- Raise and request Street Works Notices and Permits as needed.
- Record and manage annual leave and other absences for field staff.
- Ensure all policies and procedures are adhered to, contributing to the overall effectiveness of the team.
- Emergency Support
- Be available to carry out storm role duties during emergencies.
Principal Accountabilities
- Financial
- Effectively schedule staff to minimize overtime expenditure.
- Customer Focus
- Ensure timely updates to customers and field staff to provide accurate job progress.
- Adhere to Electricity Guaranteed Standards and ensure proper recording.
- Minimize customer complaints by effectively managing resources and scheduling.
- Process
- Maintain up-to-date scheduling systems to ensure visibility of all staff.
- Raise purchase orders in a timely manner.
- Monitor workloads and time management effectively.
- People
- Actively participate in performance reviews and monthly team briefings.
- Manage absence and sickness days efficiently, ensuring minimal disruption to operations.
Knowledge, Skills & Qualifications
- Basic understanding of the network and types of jobs undertaken (advantageous).
- Ability to thrive in a pressured environment and work well within a focused team.
- Proficient PC literacy, fast and accurate keyboard skills, and ability to learn new systems quickly.
- Team-oriented with a collaborative attitude.
- Strong initiative and problem-solving skills.
- Flexible and adaptable to changing work demands and hours.
- Self-motivated with a strong drive for success and achieving goals.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build positive working relationships.
- Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities.
Preferred Qualifications
- Level 3 City & Guilds 2339 (formerly 2322) certificate in Electrical Technology Engineering.
Desirable Attributes
- Enthusiastic, customer-focused, with a strong commitment to safety and service quality.
- Ability to motivate and manage field teams effectively.
- Adaptable and capable of managing a wide range of tasks, with the ability to learn new responsibilities.
- Comfortable in handling different personalities and resolving difficult situations.