Maintenance Scheduler Dispatcher (Remote) 20035
Cape Town - South Africa
Job Summary
Remote (must be available during Eastern Time business hours)
Entry-level candidate: $1500 - $1800 per month.
Strong/ experienced candidate:$2200 up to $2500.
We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Maintenance Scheduler / Dispatcher to coordinate repair and maintenance activities across our portfolio of properties. This role serves as the communication hub between our maintenance team vendors and internal departments ensuring work orders are scheduled tracked and completed efficiently.
The ideal candidate is calm under pressure an excellent communicator and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Experience in construction property maintenance or working with trades and vendors is strongly preferred.
Schedule and dispatch maintenance technicians and third-party vendors.
Coordinate repair appointments follow up on open work orders and ensure timely completion.
Communicate clearly and professionally with vendors team members and internal stakeholders.
Monitor work order progress and proactively address scheduling conflicts or delays.
Maintain accurate records notes and status updates within company systems.
Prioritize urgent issues and make real-time scheduling adjustments as needed.
Track vendor responsiveness availability and performance.
Support maintenance managers with administrative and operational coordination.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
Ability to remain calm and effective in high-pressure situations.
Comfortable managing multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously.
Available to work Eastern Time business hours.
Proficient with computers scheduling software (i.e. Breezeway) and communication tools.
Experience in maintenance construction property management or dispatching is preferred.
Understanding of construction trades repair processes and working with vendors is a strong asset.
Highly organized and dependable
Strong sense of urgency and follow-through
Excellent problem-solving abilities
Customer-service mindset
Team-oriented and collaborative
Thrives in a fast-paced environment
Able to hold vendors accountable while maintaining positive relationships
This is a remote position offering the opportunity to play a critical role in keeping operations running smoothly across a growing portfolio of properties.