Despatch Team Leader
Job in
Reigate, Surrey County, RH2, England, UK
Listed on 2026-09-02
Listing for:
WILREC Limited
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-09-02
Job specializations:
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Management
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Customer Service/HelpDesk
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location:
Reigate
38 to 45k per annum (dependent on experience)
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Mon-Fri, office based
This leading, fast-growing property maintenance specialist serving residential clients across Surrey and the South East is looking for a despatch team leader to run a small team on an inbound call centre. This company prides its self on rapid response times, exceptional customer service, and fixing issues right the first time. They are looking for an energetic, organized, and resilient Despatch Team Leader to maintain a high standard.
If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and love solving logistical puzzles, we want to hear from you!
The Role:
As a Despatch Team Leader, you will be the engine room of our daily operations. You will manage a team of call handlers and dispatchers, ensuring our fleet of trades operatives are routed efficiently across Surrey and neighbouring counties roads to reach our customers quickly.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead & Inspire:
Supervise, coach, and support a small team of dispatchers and call handlers to meet daily service targets. Smart Scheduling:
Dynamically allocate emergencies and routine maintenance tasks to the right engineers based on skills and location.
Route Optimisation:
Use live tracking software to minimize travel times around Surrey’s major routes (A3, M25, A31, M3) and maximize engineer productivity. Bridge the Gap:
Act as the main point of contact between our field engineers and the call centre to resolve on-site delays or parts issues.
Customer Care:
Step in to handle complex customer escalations, ensuring a professional and reassuring resolution during stressful home emergencies.
What We Are Looking For :
Skills needed:
Leadership
Experience:
Proven track record leading a team in a call centre, logistics, scheduling, or emergency services environment. Local Knowledge: A strong understanding of Surrey geography and traffic patterns to optimize daily schedules. Tech-Savvy:
Proficiency with workforce scheduling tools Cool Under Pressure:
The ability to stay calm, decisive, and positive during high-volume periods.
Please apply online with your updated CV
Additional Information / Benefits
Excellent benefits package
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