Service Operations Coordinator | EST Hours (Remote)
ISTA Personnel Solutions
| Company | ISTA Personnel Solutions |
| Category | Uncategorised |
| Location | South Africa |
| Remote | Remote |
| Employment | Full-time |
| Level | Not stated |
| Salary | Not stated by the employer |
| Posted | 14 Aug 2026 |
| Last verified | 14 Aug 2026 |
| Source | Employer ATS (workable) |
Description
ISTA Personnel Solutions is a dynamic and fast-growing BPO company. We are not a recruitment agency — we operate as a dedicated extension of our clients’ teams, delivering high-quality service with precision, efficiency, and a personal touch. We are looking for a Service Operations Coordinator to support one of our U.S.-based clients in coordinating multiple service and projects simultaneously. This is a highly hands-on coordination role suited to someone who enjoys taking ownership, solving problems, managing multiple priorities and seeing tasks through to completion . You will work closely with contractors, vendors, clients and internal teams to ensure work is scheduled, followed up on and completed efficiently. The successful candidate will be comfortable working with a high volume of active jobs at different stages, switching between priorities throughout the day and proactively addressing issues before they become delays. This is not a purely administrative position . We are looking for someone who takes ownership of outcomes, communicates confidently, follows through persistently and can think independently when situations don't go according to plan. PLEASE NOTE: Working Hours: Monday – Friday, 3:00 PM – 12:00 AM South African time, subject to change in accordance with U.S. daylight savings and operational requirements. Public Holidays: You will be required to work on South African and U.S. public holidays . South African public holidays will be compensated in accordance with the BCEA. Internet Requirements: A fixed fibre line with a minimum speed of 25 Mbps upload and download , with the ability to support a wired Ethernet connection , is mandatory. Applicants without a fixed fibre line cannot be considered. Power Backup: A reliable power backup solution is required to manage load shedding and power outages. Applicants without a suitable power backup solution cannot be considered. Work Environment: This is a fully remote working role. Key Responsibilities: Coordinate a high volume of active service and facility jobs simultaneously, ensuring each job continues progressing through the required stages. Take ownership of assigned jobs from initial coordination through to successful completion and close-out. Coordinate with contractors, vendors, clients, property representatives and internal teams to keep work moving according to schedule. Source and engage suitable contractors and service providers when required. Obtain and compare quotations and use sound judgement when selecting suitable service providers. Schedule contractors and coordinate access, appointments, inspections and required follow-ups. Monitor job progress and proactively identify issues that could cause delays or impact completion. Make regular follow-up calls and take persistent action when contractors, vendors or other stakeholders are not responding. Maintain accurate job information, documentation, updates and records within the relevant systems. Track required compliance documentation and follow up with vendors to ensure outstanding requirements are completed. Communicate clearly with stakeholders to understand issues, clarify requirements and establish appropriate next steps. Handle unexpected situations by investigating the issue, identifying practical solutions and taking appropriate action rather than waiting for instructions. Maintain accurate financial and job-related information, including quotations, invoices and other required documentation. Escalate issues appropriately while continuing to take ownership of the outcome. Ensure completed work is properly documented and that outstanding tasks are followed through to final close-out. Requirements: 2–3 years' experience in a coordination, operations, service delivery, project coordination or similar role. Experience coordinating a high volume of concurrent jobs, projects, work orders or service requests . Experience work