Field Services Scheduler
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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
If you like the sound of this role, we encourage you to apply even if you aren’t confident that you meet all of the requirements – you may be just who we’re looking for. 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 joinus@valdaenergy.com
- Locations
- Bicester
About Valda Energy
We are energy specialists for small businesses. Offering both electricity and gas, presenting a viable alternative to the current crop of energy suppliers. British-owned and based in Oxfordshire, with senior management expertise in managing and operating successful energy supply businesses in the UK.