Leeds Same-Day Transport Controller/Planner

Energy Jobline ZR; Leeds; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Energy Jobline ZR is seeking an experienced Transport Controller/Planner to join their operations in the Morley area of Leeds. You will coordinate collections and deliveries, plan routes and manage both employed and self-employed drivers across a varied fleet, ensuring on-time performance for a same-day courier desk.

The role is office-based, with typical day shifts and a focus on compliance with driver hours regulations.

Qualifications

• Experience in a transport planning or transport control role.
• Experience coordinating employed and self-employed drivers.
• Awareness of driver hours regulations and transport compliance.
• Experience coordinating vehicles ranging from small vans to 18-tonne vehicles.
• Exposure to both pallet and parcel operations.
• Strong organisational and communication skills, with the ability to manage changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate daily collections and deliveries for the same-day courier operation.
• Manage and allocate work to both employed and self-employed drivers.
• Coordinate a range of vehicles, from small vans through to 18-tonne vehicles.
• Handle pallet and parcel deliveries, ensuring collections and deliveries are completed efficiently.
• Manage pre-booked work alongside last-minute, same-day collection and delivery requests.
• Liaise with drivers, customers and internal teams to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.
• Monitor driver movements and respond to changes or operational issues throughout the day.
• Ensure planned activities take account of driver hours regulations and relevant transport compliance requirements.

Skills

Transport planning

Driver coordination

Regulatory compliance

Vehicle coordination

Communication

Job description

Energy Jobline ZR is seeking an experienced Transport Controller/Planner to join their operations in the Morley area of Leeds. You will coordinate collections and deliveries, plan routes and manage both employed and self-employed drivers across a varied fleet, ensuring on-time performance for a same-day courier desk.

The role is office-based, with typical day shifts and a focus on compliance with driver hours regulations.