Planning Scheduler

 Hyperion Partners are delighted to be recruiting on behalf of our client, for an organised and proactive Scheduler to join their team in Basildon on a 12-month fixed-term contract.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced scheduler, planner or coordinator to play a key role in ensuring responsive maintenance and facilities management services are delivered efficiently. You'll be responsible for planning and scheduling engineers' workloads, managing appointments and supporting the smooth day-to-day operation of the service.

Key Responsibilities

• Schedule and coordinate engineers' diaries to maximise productivity and meet service level agreements (SLAs).

• Allocate reactive and planned maintenance works to the appropriate operatives.

• Liaise with engineers, subcontractors and customers to arrange and confirm appointments.

• Monitor work progress and adjust schedules to respond to changing priorities.

• Ensure all scheduling information is accurately recorded and updated on the relevant systems.

• Handle incoming telephone and email enquiries professionally and efficiently.

• Work closely with operational teams to ensure jobs are completed within agreed timescales.

• Produce reports and provide administrative support where required.

About You

We're looking for someone who is highly organised, customer-focused and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment. You will have excellent communication skills and be confident managing multiple priorities simultaneously.

You'll ideally have:

• Previous experience in a scheduling, planning or coordination role.

• Experience within facilities management, property maintenance, social housing or a similar environment would be advantageous.

• Strong organisational and time management skills.

• Excellent IT skills, including experience using scheduling or job management systems.

• A proactive approach with strong attention to detail.

• The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

What's on Offer

• Salary of £25,000 - £30,000, depending on experience.

• 12-month fixed-term contract.

• Opportunity to join a well-established and respected facilities management business.

• Supportive team environment.

• Convenient Basildon location.

If you're an organised scheduler looking for your next opportunity with a reputable facilities management organisation, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact Hyperion Partners for a confidential discussion.