Workload Planning Controller

Blue Arrow Derby are proud to be working in partnership with the global market leader in central heating units and they are looking to recruit a Workload Planning Controller to join their team on a full time, permanent basis.

Hours: Monday - Friday : 39.5hours per week

Salary: Competitive - Plus bonus up to £1,500

What will you be doing in the Workload Planning Controller role:

* Used an automated scheduling system to effectively balance workloads between field engineers and external partners, ensuring optimal use of available resources by planning, adjusting, and tracking scheduled tasks.
* Managed downtime scheduling to coordinate workloads across both field teams and the contact centre, ensuring resources were used efficiently.
* Took ownership of calendar management and upkeep, maintaining planned workloads and managing capacity releases through Salesforce and Monet.
* Leveraged data from dashboards, reports, and workflows to support effective scheduling for both field and contact centre teams.
* Followed established processes to ensure accurate alignment between data management and how different types of work were scheduled.
* Worked closely with field and contact centre managers to recommend resource allocation and ensure schedules were followed correctly.

Previous experience and requirements:
* Hands-on experience with automated scheduling tools is essential.
* Demonstrated ability to use data and reporting insights to support and improve scheduling operations.
* Strong skills in managing calendars, coordinating resources, and balancing workloads.
* Clear and confident communication skills, both written and spoken.
* A solid foundation in Maths and English (minimum grade 4 or equivalent), along with good proficiency in Microsoft Excel.


Benefits:

* Generous pension scheme
* Bonus up to £1,500
* Onsite parking
* Death of service
* Occupational Healthcare Programme


How do I apply for the Workload Planning Controller role?
If you are interested in the above role and feel you can meet the above requirements - we would love to hear from you as soon as possible. We please ask all applications are made via the click apply button, and we will aim to process your application as quickly and as efficiently as possible.

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