Container Planner

Streamline Recruitment Careers; Grays; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in the UK is seeking an experienced Container Planner to join their operations team. This role is vital for ensuring smooth transport activities and involves managing driver briefs, maintaining accurate systems, and planning effective routes. Ideal candidates should have a good understanding of UK routes and compliance requirements. The position offers opportunities across both day and night shifts.

Qualifications

• Good understanding of UK routes and compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of driver briefs and manage changes on the road.
• Keep all systems and records accurate across daily operations.
• Plan, track, and oversee vehicle movements using TOPS (TMS).
• Build strong communication with drivers, customers, and internal teams.
• Monitor journeys and resolve issues to minimise delays.
• Plan routes effectively to meet customer commitments.
• Support compliance with transport legislation and safety procedures.
• Share delivery updates and respond to enquiries professionally.
• Look for opportunities to optimise loads and improve efficiency.

Job description

Streamline Recruitment are currently recruiting for an experienced Container Planner.

Were working with a well-established business in the container logistics sector who are looking to expand their operations team. This role is central to keeping transport activity running smoothly, with opportunities available across both day and night shifts.

The Role

Take ownership of driver briefs, giving clear instructions and managing any last-minute changes on the road.

Keep all systems and records up to date, ensuring accuracy across daily operations.

Use TOPS (TMS) to plan, track and oversee vehicle movements and VBS system

Build strong communication with drivers, customers and internal teams as the go-to contact for transport queries.

Monitor journeys in progress, resolving any issues quickly to minimise delays.

Plan routes effectively so that customer commitments are consistently achieved.

Support compliance by following all transport legislation, policies and safety procedures.

Share delivery updates with clients and respond to enquiries in a professional and timely manner.

Look for opportunities to optimise loads, reducing empty miles and improving efficiency.

About You

• Good understanding of UK routes and compliance requirements.