Transport Planner

Simarco International Ltd; Witham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in logistics is seeking a skilled Transport Planner to join their team in Witham. This role offers a unique opportunity to leverage your expertise in Pallet Network route planning while contributing to a dynamic and supportive work environment. With a focus on personal and professional growth, the company provides extensive training, competitive salary, and a range of attractive perks, including generous leave and a pension scheme. If you're ready to advance your logistics career and be part of a rewarding journey, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Company Pension Scheme

Discount platform

Full training and support

Cycle to work scheme

Mental health forum

Learning Management System

SIMARCO STARS - Reward programme

Regular engagement initiatives

Treat days including Pizza

Qualifications

• 2+ years in Pallet Network route planning required.
• Knowledge of Drivers hours and Working Time Directive regulations essential.

Responsibilities

• Plan and allocate Pallet Network consignments to local fleet.
• Ensure compliance with Drivers Hours and Working Directive Regulations.

Skills

Pallet Network route planning

General Haulage route planning

Vehicle weights and legal limits knowledge

Microsoft Word proficiency

Microsoft Excel proficiency

Communication skills

Maths/English at GCSE or ‘O’ Level standard

Manual handling training

Fire safety training

Education

GCSE in Maths

GCSE in English

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Title: Transport Planner (Palletforce)


Location: Moss Road, Witham


Salary: Competitive


Hours: 7am - 4pm & 11am - 8pm (Finish) - Monday to Friday

Simarco is an award-winning international logistics provider, driven by a deep understanding of the fast-paced nature of global trade. We specialise in delivering bespoke freight solutions across the UK, Europe, and worldwide, offering flexible, fully tailored services that are designed to meet the unique needs of our clients.

We are seeking an experienced Transport Planner to be based at our Witham site. Do you have a solid background in planning and allocating Pallet Network consignments? Are you eager to take on a role that promises excellent opportunities for career and personal development? If so, then this could be the perfect opportunity for you...

Simarco takes pride in being a great place to work, offering excellent training and career development opportunities. Join our team—apply today!

Key Skills and Qualifications to succeed in this role:

• You must have at least 2 years proven success in Pallet Network route planning and a great understanding of General Haulage route planning
• Excellent knowledge of vehicle weights and legal limits, including Drivers hours and Working Time Directive regulations, road traffic laws and vehicle costs.
• Fully conversant with Microsoft Word and Excel
• Ability to communicate at all levels, work unsupervised calmly and professionally and be a great team player.
• Math’s/English at GCSE or ‘O’ Level standard, manual handling and fire safety training
• Must have a flexible approach to hours of work and team ethics
  
  

Key duties & Responsibilities:

• Plan and allocate all Pallet Network consignments plus customer collections to the local Palletforce fleet, ensuring optimum utilisation and profitability within the constraints of cargo availability, vehicle availability, customer requirements and legal restrictions
• Have a clear understanding of the company's policies, procedures and vision and how the Transport and Fleet Departments contributes and complies to these.
• Ensure that Drivers Hours and Working Directive Regulations are adhered to by all drivers and mobile workers and that accurate records are maintained in accordance with the Company’s Legal obligations.
• Vehicle and drivers’ cards are correctly downloaded in accordance with Company Procedures.
• Provide a friendly and helpful Driver Reception service, greeting each driver and allocating their vehicle keys and Manifest of work up, until the main shift commences.
  
  

We can offer you:

• We offer a highly competitive salary reflective of market rates
• 25 days annual leave, plus 8 bank holidays
• Company Pension Scheme
• Discount platform - including top retails
• Full training and support
• Cycle to work scheme
• Regular engagement initiative including treat days!
• Learning Management System for continuous learning
• Mental health forum in place to support with well being
• SIMARCO STARS - Reward and recognition programme
• ‘Treat days’ - including Pizza for everyone!
  
  

Ready to take the next step in your logistics career?

Join a company that values your growth and rewards your hard work. Apply now to become part of the Simarco success story