Full time Scheduler at SSE
Job Description
About the Role
Base Location: Swindon, Oxford, Melksham or Andover
Salary: £26,609 – £30,472 depending on skills and experience + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing.
Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available | Office based
We are looking for a Scheduler to join our team!
As a Scheduler, you will report directly into the Scheduling Manager and will work as part of a wider team of Schedulers responsible for optimising the work plan for our operational teams.
Our aim is to create a more efficient and sustained workforce that is resourced effectively, with our customers at the forefront of our mindset, and as part of our approach, we aim to achieve a 90% utilisation target, or above, within our works schedule.
Other roles & responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
- Scheduling work to ensure that priorities are dealt with, and work is delivered to meet programme and customer requirements.
- Ensure that all periods of annual leave and training are programmed in advance and will help to identify any areas where we are under resourced.
- Support the operational delivery teams by collating and processing all required paperwork and submitting to various parties once full validation checks have been undertaken, as well as assisting with internal and external customer enquiries via email and on the telephone; acting as a point of contact for local Authorities, and processing notifications accordingly.
- Due to the nature of business operations you will be required to respond to emergency events including severe weather as and when required, supporting team members in their ability to respond as is appropriate for their role.
- Attend daily huddles to feedback progress and improvement opportunities, raising concerns and seeking validation for any queries.
What do I need?
To be considered for this role, we would love you to have:
- Proven administration, prioritisation and communication skills, with the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment.
- You will have experience working to agreed Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and KPIs.
- A high standard of IT, including good working knowledge of Microsoft Office and strong Excel skills.
- The ability to analyse & interpret data to summarise results and identify corrections and adjustments. Good attention to detail is key.
- Demonstrable written and verbal communication skills. You will be comfortable dealing with stakeholders at all levels in a professional and efficient manner.
- Previous experience in a scheduling role will be beneficial.
About our Business
SSEN Distribution powers 3.8 million homes and businesses in communities across central southern England and the north of Scotland. Our team of more than 3,500 people keep customers connected to a safe and reliable supply of electricity whilst developing the flexible networks that are vital to achieving net zero. By enabling a smarter, more resilient electricity network we’re ensuring our local communities continue to receive the power they need, both now and in the future. We are consistently investing and innovating to improve network resilience and future-proof power supplies for life’s changing demands, from rolling out large scale EV charging schemes to supporting small community generation projects.
What’s in it for you?
An excellent package with 34 days holiday entitlement, enhanced maternity/paternity leave, discounted healthcare, salary sacrifice car leasing and much more, view our full benefits package on our careers site.
As an equal opportunity employer we encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We actively encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments required during the application, assessment and upon joining SSE. Search for ‘Inclusion & Diversity at SSE’ to find out more.
Next Steps
All applications should be submitted online, and I’ll be back in touch after the vacancy closing date to let you know the outcome.
If you would like to discuss any working differently requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact Kim on [email protected] or 01738 344051.
Before commencing employment with SSE, you’ll be required to fully complete our pre-employment screening process consisting of a basic criminal records and credit check.
Location :Swindon
Closing Date :Jun 28 2023
HOW TO APPLY
Click Here to Submit your CV and Application on Company Website