Rota Planner/Scheduler

Responsibilities:

• Create and manage staff rotas that align with business objectives.
• Assign staff to appropriate shifts based on qualifications and preferences.
• Optimize rotas to reduce costs and improve efficiency.
• Manage employee time off requests and coordinate coverage.
• Facilitate shift swapping between employees.
• Communicate and coordinate with department heads and stakeholders.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s (BSc.) or higher national diploma (HND) in any relevant field
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in a similar role.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and planning skills.
• Proficiency in scheduling software or tools (like Primavera and others).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Knowledge of labour laws and regulations in the UK is a plus.

Additional Considerations:

• Experience in a similar role or industry is preferred.
• Familiarity with the company’s operations, products, and services is beneficial.
• A flexible approach to work hours may be required to accommodate changing business needs.