Dispatch Coordinator
Cosham, Portsmouth
£30,467 rising to £36,984 after successful completion of probation (6 months)
Huntress is currently recruiting for an Operations Coordinator / Resource Coordinator / Dispatch Coordinator to join our client's busy Planning, Scheduling & Dispatch team based in Cosham, Portsmouth.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys juggling priorities, solving problems and keeping operations running smoothly.
You do not need previous planning or scheduling experience to be successful in this role. We are particularly interested in candidates from backgrounds such as:
Retail
Hospitality
Customer service
Operations
Logistics
Fast-paced administrationIf you are organised, confident using systems and enjoy working under pressure, full training will be provided.
The Role
Working as part of a supportive and high-performing team, you will coordinate field-based operatives across the UK, ensuring work is scheduled efficiently and customer expectations are met.
This is a fast-moving operational role where no two days are the same.
Key Responsibilities
Scheduling planned and reactive work for field-based operatives
Coordinating resources and appointments across multiple systems
Communicating with engineers and operational teams throughout the day
Monitoring service levels and response times
Identifying potential delays or risks and escalating where required
Updating systems accurately and maintaining strong attention to detail
Prioritising urgent works in a busy environmentWhat We're Looking For
We would love to hear from candidates who have:
Experience working in a fast-paced environment
Strong organisation and multitasking skills
Confidence using computer systems and Microsoft Office
Excellent communication skills
The ability to stay calm under pressure and think logically
A proactive and positive approach to problem solving
Experience working to targets or service levelsAdditional Information
This role operates on a rotating shift pattern, so flexibility is essential
Full training and support will be providedExcellent opportunity for progression and long-term development
Huntress Search Ltd acts as a Recruitment Agency in relation to all Permanent roles and as a Recruitment Business in relation to all Temporary roles.
We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout.
PLEASE NOTE: We can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK