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Senior Workforce Planner

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Job Location:

Durban - South Africa

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 20 May 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 17 August 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy
The job posting is outdated and position may be filled

Job Summary

Coactivate is currently looking for a highly motivated Senior Workforce Planner to join their team.

Purpose:

Responsible for forecasting staffing needs creating schedules monitoring workforce performance and ensuring the call centre has the right number of agents available to meet service level targets.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Grade 12
  • Relevant Degree / Diploma
  • 3 5 years workforce planning experience in a call centre.
  • Strong Excel and reporting skills.
  • Knowledge of call centre KPIs and workforce systems.
  • Good planning communication and problem-solving skills.
  • Clear criminal record

Key Duties:

  • Forecast call volumes and staffing requirements.
  • Create and manage shift schedules.
  • Monitor attendance adherence shrinkage occupancy and service levels.
  • Prepare daily weekly and monthly workforce reports.
  • Support real-time planning and adjust staffing where needed.
  • Work with Operations HR Recruitment and Training teams.
  • Identify staffing gaps and recommend improvements.
  • Ensure workforce data and reports are accurate.
  • Client engagement and meetings
  • Collaborate with Operational teams for SLA achievement

Key KPIs:

  • Forecast accuracy
  • Schedule adherence
  • Service level achievement
  • Occupancy
  • Shrinkage control
  • Reporting accuracy

If you feel you meet the above criteria please send a motivational letter along with your CV to to apply.

Should you not be contacted within 7 days please consider your application as unsuccessful


Required Experience:

Senior IC