Service Leader

Schindler Limited, Addlestone, Surrey

Service Leader

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Schindler Limited, Addlestone, Surrey

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted 1 week ago, 14 Dec | Get your application in now before you're too late!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: ecccb78b787649d482dad73c928f94e8

Full Job Description

We are currently recruiting for a Service Leader to be based in Addlestone. They will be the primary point of contact for customers within the business unit and is responsible for an area of Field Operations within the Midlands and South West Region. The Service Leader is responsible for managing all resources within their prescribed area in line with the Company rules, to meet the business targets for the Branch and ensure customer satisfaction. Measured variables include: Safety and Quality requirements and standards, Customer communication, portfolio retention and renewal, Business productivity & cost management and Employee recruitment and team development. This is a full time and per-manent role.,

  • Optimise the Region's staffing of service Engineers and Technicians, by planning the per-sonnel needs, including route organisation, workloads and training. Match skills with route requirements and assign/delegate appropriate workloads, develop and sustain team spirit
  • Manage maintenance portfolio from the service contract acceptance to the collection of bad debts including follow-up actions
  • Deliver repair sales targets as determined by the Regional Director
  • Execute leadership to Engineers and Technicians in matters of customer and employee satisfaction, adding value to the business, quality of work and operational efficiency
  • Manage and follow-up actions of customer claims and complaints
  • Conduct periodic quality and safety audits and inspections to ensure service levels and customer satisfaction
  • Accountable for the identification and resolution of sick or rouge units, supervise and fol-low-up of work performed, including developing plans for sick units in cooperation with the Regional Technical Specialist
  • Manage chargeable repairs from offer/sale to completion including the collection of bad debt along-side the credit control team
  • Manage non-chargeable repairs to control costs as best as possible
  • Support sales lead activities in the recovery lost units and the conversion of new Schindler products approaching warranty expiration date
  • Supporting employee on the job training and skills development, including safety training and toolbox talks in coordination with the Regional Technical Specialist and FQE
  • Conduct at least monthly 'drumbeat' meetings as a group or one to one as required with first line reports
  • All employees are required to work in accordance with established Company Occupational Health, Safety and Environmental policies, procedures and Schindler Core Values to ensure compliance with current UK legal requirements and Schindler Group Safety re-quirements
  • Employees are required to attend all relevant Training Sessions.
  • Employees are required to carry out all works in accordance with the Company's Quality Corporate Policy
  • Employees will be required to contribute to the Company's Safety Objectives, where nec-essary by maintaining/monitoring current safety systems under their direct control and im-plementing agreed changes (where applicable) to its Safety Management System

    Degree qualified or equivalent in a relevant technical or business discipline.
  • Proven track record of running a service business unit (five to seven years) in a related industry.
  • Proven track record in managing the customer interface
  • Proven experience in a management/leadership role
  • Proven experience of P&L responsibility
  • Knowledge of the Lift industry or Facilities Management
  • Proven technical and commercial awareness as it relates to the lift industry business would be desirable
  • SAP experience beneficial
  • Excellent communicator and proven ability to build networks and relationships with inter-nal and external customer base.
  • Sound decision making and good problem-solving skills
  • Strong attention to detail and excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • The ability to work under pressure and to deadlines
  • Some travel may be required

    Our elevators, escalators, and moving walks safely transport more than two billion of us up and down buildings and across transportation hubs every day. As part of the Schindler team, you'll discover meaningful work that enhances quality of life for communities, and contribute to making places more accessible, inclusive, and sustainable for all. We combine innovation, safety, and high ethical standards, ensuring respect both among colleagues and for the world around us. By joining us, you don't just become part of our success story; you help shape the future and continue our rich legacy that started back in 1874.
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  • Join our purpose-driven organization. Help shape an industry in which two billion people rely on our products and services every day.
  • Your development matters to us. We help you grow by offering the support you need to develop your skills and access a rewarding and fulfilling career.
  • Thrive in a diverse and supportive culture. Through local and global initiatives, we promote a culture of inclusion which celebrates diversity and ensures that everyone feels valued.
  • We Elevateā€¦ Your Career Become part of our team, help us enhance quality of life and drive innovation while raising the bar for safety and sustainability. We value your diverse skills and perspectives as together we shape the sustainable cities of today and tomorrow. Are you ready to embark on a new journey? Join #TeamSchindler! Discover more on . At Schindler Group we value inclusion and diversity, and practise equity to create equal opportunities for all. We endeavour that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, ethnic background, colour, religious affiliation, union affiliation, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, nationality, genetics and health or disability. We Elevate Schindler