Felixstowe Container Transport Planner - Plan & Dispatch

White Recruitment Construction; Felixstowe; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics recruitment firm is looking for an experienced Container Transport Planner in Felixstowe. This role is vital for planning container movements to ensure operational efficiency and regulatory compliance in a busy port environment. Candidates must have proven experience in transport planning, strong knowledge of port systems like VBS and TOPS, and excellent communication skills. Join a team dedicated to providing high levels of customer service while navigating the challenges of a fast-paced setting.

Benefits

Company car

Competitive salary

Opportunities for career growth

Qualifications

• Proven experience in container transport planning is essential.
• Strong working knowledge of port and transport systems such as VBS, TOPS, Destin8, and/or Truckcom.
• Confident communicator, able to liaise effectively with drivers, customers, port authorities, and internal teams.

Responsibilities

• Plan, route, and schedule container movements to maximize fleet and driver efficiency.
• Dispatch vehicles and manage day-to-day traffic operations.
• Liaise closely with port expeditors and management teams to ensure smooth operations.

Skills

Container transport planning

Communication

Transport compliance knowledge

Port and transport systems knowledge

Ability to work in high-pressure environments

Tools

VBS

TOPS

Destin8

Truckcom

Job description

A leading logistics recruitment firm is looking for an experienced Container Transport Planner in Felixstowe. This role is vital for planning container movements to ensure operational efficiency and regulatory compliance in a busy port environment. Candidates must have proven experience in transport planning, strong knowledge of port systems like VBS and TOPS, and excellent communication skills. Join a team dedicated to providing high levels of customer service while navigating the challenges of a fast-paced setting.