Customer Service Advisor - SZC in Ipswich

Customer Service Advisor - SZC in Ipswich

Ipswich Full-Time 27000 - 27000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
FirstGroup

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Be the go-to person for travel and parking queries, ensuring smooth journeys for workers.
  • Company: Join a people-focused company dedicated to providing excellent transport solutions.
  • Benefits: Enjoy free bus travel, health benefits, and a pension scheme.
  • Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace with opportunities for growth in a dynamic environment.
  • Why this job: Make a real difference in people's daily commutes while building a rewarding career.
  • Qualifications: GCSEs in English and Maths, customer service experience, and a valid UK driving licence.

The predicted salary is between 27000 - 27000 £ per year.

At Specialist Passenger Solutions (SPS) we are dedicated to providing the perfect journey. SPS was formed in 2016 and serves the passenger transport needs of the EDF Nuclear Project at Hinkley Point C (HPC) in Bridgwater, the largest construction project in Europe. We are now bringing this experience to Sizewell C in Suffolk, providing safe, reliable, and efficient transport for its workforce. We are first and foremost a people business with our colleagues and clients at our heart.

We are seeking a motivated individual with strong customer service and interpersonal skills to join our dedicated customer service team. You will act as the primary point of contact for all travel and parking queries. Through clear and efficient communication channels, you will ensure compliance with promoting sustainable travel options, encouraging car sharing, and maintaining positive relationships within the local community. The role requires a proactive, professional, customer‑focused approach, engaging positively with local residents, businesses, and community stakeholders.

Hours: 39hrs pw. 5 over 7 days between 04:00-19:00 on a 4-week shift rotation. Salary: £27,000

Summary of Benefits:

  • Pension – 5% contributory pension matched by us.
  • Employee retail discount scheme.
  • Free bus travel & significantly reduced rail travel for you and your family.
  • Life assurance.
  • Health benefits.
  • 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme.

Summary of Role & Main Responsibilities:

  • Delivering the full induction process for all new Sizewell C workforce members, explaining the overall transport strategy.
  • Allocate appropriate transport solutions to workers and provide clear guidance on parking applications, transport eligibility, and allocation processes.
  • Briefing all inductees on driving rules, the correct use of park and ride sites, and worker codes of conduct, ensuring expectations are fully understood.
  • Providing each inductee with a detailed induction information pack, including up‑to‑date timetables, local bus and rail information, sustainable travel options, route guidance, and promotional car sharing materials.
  • Acting as a Customer Service Advisor onsite and within the main office/helpline team, ensuring all workforce members receive accurate, timely updates as required.
  • Communicating all relevant updates regarding bus service routes, pick‑up points, car‑sharing promotions, road closures, delays, or service changes across multiple platforms.
  • Serving as the main point of contact for all parking enquiries, including allocation updates, questions relating to parking enforcement across park and ride sites, and community‑related parking concerns.
  • Logging all travel‑ and parking‑related enquiries into the data management system, ensuring every case is investigated and responded to within agreed timelines.
  • Conducting timely follow‑ups on all complaints, providing customers with clear, consistent updates within set response times.
  • Handle complaints professionally via phone and written correspondence, conducting timely follow‑ups and providing clear, consistent updates in line with SPS service standards.
  • Ensure complaint responses are accurate and detailed to support root cause analysis and continuous improvement activities.
  • Liaising effectively with internal departments to resolve issues and ensure actions are delivered within time frames and communicated appropriately.
  • Providing cross‑cover for Sizewell C Inductions and the SPS onsite office as required, ensuring continuity of service and consistent performance.

Skills & Experience:

Essential:

  • GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths.
  • Valid UK driving licence.
  • Basic IT proficiency and knowledge (Microsoft Office, email systems, data entry).
  • Basic knowledge of transport, travel planning, or workforce movement processes.
  • A strong understanding of customer service standards and complaint handling principles.
  • Proficiency in a customer service environment across face‑to‑face, phone, and email channels.
  • Accurate data entry and use of the Complaints Management System or operational systems.
  • Knowledge of data accuracy, record keeping, and confidentiality requirements.
  • A strong awareness of Health and Safety, security, and compliance within a safety critical environment.

Desirable:

  • Background in transport, logistics, parking, or travel planning.
  • Knowledge of Complaints Management Systems, travel, or park & ride operations.
  • Familiarity with reporting, data monitoring, client-facing summaries or delivering inductions/onboarding sessions.
  • Relevant customer service or HSSE training or qualifications.
  • Awareness of local transport networks (bus, rail, road layouts, timetables).
  • Experience working with a large infrastructure, construction, or regulated project.

All employees must be willing to undergo the Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) check and obtain a DBS certificate. SPS Bus welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and is committed to diversity and inclusion regardless of gender, race, religion, disability, sexual orientation or age.

Customer Service Advisor - SZC in Ipswich employer: FirstGroup

FirstGroup is an excellent employer that fosters a collaborative and innovative work culture, where your contributions directly influence the success of our projects. With a strong focus on employee growth, we offer continuous learning opportunities and the chance to work with cutting-edge technologies in a dynamic environment. Located in a vibrant area, our team enjoys a supportive atmosphere that values work-life balance and encourages professional development.

FirstGroup

Contact Details:

FirstGroup Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Customer Service Advisor - SZC in Ipswich

Customer Service Skills
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Data Entry
Complaint Handling
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Knowledge of Transport and Travel Planning