Job role overview

  • Date posted

    April 15, 2026

  • Closing date

    June 22, 2027

  • Hiring location

    Cape Town Western Cape

  • Qualification

    None

  • Experience

    None

Description

Job Description

  • A specialist medical and security assistance company is looking for an experienced Response Centre Team Lead with strong contact centre leadership experience to manage a 24/7 operations team handling emergency medical, security, and claims cases.
  • The role involves overseeing live case management, escalations, and ensuring consistent, high-quality service delivery in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.

Responsibilities:

  • Supervise daily operations within the response centre to ensure efficient handling of live medical, security, and claims cases
  • Provide real-time support and decision-making guidance on complex or high-risk cases
  • Act as escalation point for critical incidents and ensure timely communication with stakeholders
  • Monitor compliance with internal procedures, service level agreements, and operational standards
  • Support shift planning, scheduling, and workflow coordination
  • Lead, coach, and develop a team of response centre agents
  • Oversee quality assurance, reporting, and performance tracking
  • Collaborate with management to improve processes and operational efficiency
  • Maintain professional communication with clients, insurers, and partners

Requirements:

  • Previous supervisory or team leadership experience in a contact centre, insurance, claims, or emergency operations environment
  • Experience working in high-pressure, 24/7 operational settings
  • Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to manage escalations and make sound decisions under pressure
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical ability
  • Customer-focused mindset with attention to detail and service quality
  • Willingness to work shifts, including nights, weekends, and public holidays
  • Relevant qualification in management, healthcare administration, or related field (advantageous)

 Closing Date 22 June 2026

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