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This role requires an individual who is passionate about providing the best possible levels of customer service.In this role, you’ll be responsible for effectively scheduling and coordinating field activities, managing the Gantt, and overseeing job jeopardy for our large, field-based teams —including Technical Representatives, Meter Technicians, Customer Technicians, and PlumbersYou will have a good geographical knowledge of the North region along with experience of Customer Service and Planning and Scheduling work for a busy field-based team operating to multiple service level agreements.The role requires you to work 40 hours per week, working 5 days out of 7, Monday to Saturday between the hours of 07:00 to 18:00, with 1 in 4 Saturdays worked.About YouWe’re looking for someone with proven experience in planning and scheduling work, with the ability to manage multiple demands and prioritise effectively in a reactive environment. You will be solution-focused, highly organised, and able to stay calm under pressure while dealing with competing priorities. Experience working in a customer-focused environment is essential, with a commitment to delivering world-class service in every interaction.Experience of working in a target driven environment is essential and a background in customer service is essential as well as strong communication skills. You will use various in-house systems alongside all Microsoft packages, so strong computer literacy skills are essential.Knowledge of our in-house systems CC&B, Temetra, Mas Manage & OFS is an advantage, however, full training will be given to the right candidate.Here at Northumbrian Water/Essex & Suffolk Water, we embrace and value Diversity, Inclusion and Equity, and encourage all colleagues to bring their most authentic self to work.Our colleague network groups include our Rainbow Support Network (LGBTQIA+), REACH (Race, Ethnicity, and Cultural Heritage), WiSTEM (Women in STEM) and Thisability (disability and neurodiversity) networks. They provide a safe space for colleagues from diverse backgrounds, welcoming all colleagues regardless of their personal characteristics to participate in valuable conversation that improves our organisational awareness, understanding and inclusivity.We encourage and welcome all applications, as we strive to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to having diverse communities represented within all our teams, structures, and organisation.Please note this role will require a DBS to be completed prior to employmentNWG are an inclusive employer who support the rehabilitation of offenders, we will not, however consider candidates who have certain unspent convictions to ensure our commitment to fostering a safe and secure working environment for all OR colleagues, suppliers, customers and third parties.About UsHere are NWG we strive to make Northumbrian Water Group (NWG) a Great Place to Work, for all. We embrace and value Diversity, Inclusion and Equity and encourage you to bring your full self to work. As an equal opportunity employer we’re committed to having a diverse community represented across our business.We’re aware that not everyone will have every skill listed in the job description, however if you have some of the skills listed, we'd encourage you to applyNWG At a Glance:Our purpose at NWG is caring for the essential needs of our communities and environment, now and for generations to come.We do this by providing reliable and affordable water and wastewater services for our customers.We make a positive difference by operating efficiently and investing prudently, to maintain a sustainable and resilient business.Our vision is to be the national leader in the provision of sustainable water and wastewater services.To support us in achieving our vision, we have five core values which are the guiding principles, defining who we are, what we do and how we do it.Our BenefitsWe’re a Great Place to Work because of the amazing people who work for us, and to say thank you we offer a range of benefits to colleagues. Our ‘Tap Into’ benefits include:Generous holiday entitlement starting at 23 days, plus bank holidays and additional time off on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve. There’s also the option to buy or sell holidays. Company pension scheme, where we’ll double match your contributions up to an employer contribution of 11%. Free access to local attractions. A fantastic discount scheme, with savings on days out, shopping, travel and more. Award winning ‘Living Well’ wellbeing support, including access to a digital GP service for you and your family members. Support with sustainable travel – through salary sacrifice cars and a cycle to work scheme. Financial wellbeing support – access our community savings scheme, financial education and low cost loans through Salary Finance. We also provide 4 x Life Assurance and an Income Protection Scheme. Support with your development – we offer a range of development opportunities, can support you through an interest free qualification loan and we’ll even pay for any relevant professional body subscription.About UsNWG (Northumbrian Water Group) provides water and sewerage services to 2.7 million people in the North East of England as Northumbrian Water, and water services to 1.5 million people in the South East of England as Essex & Suffolk Water.We are proud to serve our customers and we're committed to delivering great service, putting our customers at the heart of everything we do. 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