Container Transport Planner

Swish Source; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Transport and Logistics is seeking a Container Transport Planner to join their team in Garston, Liverpool. This is a permanent position offering a 35-hour work week with rotating shifts. The successful candidate will maintain records of container movements, plan and coordinate transport operations, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. Ideal candidates will have proven experience in logistics and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in container transport planning or a similar logistics role.
• Strong administrative, organisational, and time-management skills.
• Self-reliant, proactive, and able to make decisions under pressure.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Attention to detail and strong problem-solving ability.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate records of container movements and documentation.
• Plan, schedule, and coordinate container transport operations.
• Monitor transport schedules and adapt plans as necessary.
• Liaise with drivers, clients, and internal teams.
• Handle administrative tasks including reporting and data entry.
• Identify process improvements to enhance efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and regulatory requirements.
• Provide support during peak periods.

Skills

Container transport planning

Strong administrative skills

Organisational skills

Time-management

Decision-making under pressure

Excellent communication

Attention to detail

Problem-solving ability

Transport scheduling software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Location: Garston, Liverpool

Salary: £28,000 - £34,000 Per Year (depending On Experience)

Hours: 35 hours per week, rotating shifts: 06:00-13:00 or 12:00-19:00, Monday to Friday (occasional Saturday mornings)

Contract: Permanent

A leading company in the Transport and Logistics sector is currently looking for a Container Transport Planner to join their team in Garston. This role offers a permanent position with a 35-hour work week and excellent work-life balance.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate records of container movements and documentation
• Plan, schedule, and coordinate container transport operations to ensure timely deliveries
• Monitor transport schedules and adapt plans in response to operational changes or delays
• Liaise with drivers, clients, and internal teams to ensure smooth operations
• Handle administrative tasks, including reporting, data entry, and communication with stakeholders
• Identify process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce operational issues
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and regulatory requirements
• Provide support to the wider team during peak periods or operational challenges

Skills and Experience

• Proven experience in container transport planning or a similar logistics role
• Strong administrative, organisational, and time-management skills
• Self-reliant, proactive, and able to make decisions under pressure
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Attention to detail and strong problem-solving ability
• Comfortable working with transport scheduling software and Microsoft Office

If you are an organised, self-starting planner with container experience, please apply online today.