Night Transport Planner: Fleet Utilisation & Safety

Fowler Welch; Evesham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Fowler Welch in Evesham is seeking a Transport Operator to join our team on a full-time permanent basis. You will manage vehicle utilization and give drivers clear instructions to meet service levels cost-effectively while respecting driver hours and health & safety rules.

The role requires experience in distribution/transport, strong organisational and communication skills, and the ability to work under pressure. Salary £28,000–£30,000 per annum, with Wednesday-Saturday nights shift.

Qualifications

• Experience in distribution/transport environment.
• Ability to manage own workload under pressure.
• Good geographical knowledge and map-reading skills.
• Basic understanding of drivers hours regulations and tachograph law.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proactive, able to work unsupervised.

Responsibilities

• Plan utilisation of drivers, vehicles, subcontractors and agencies.
• Communicate job requirements clearly to drivers and subcontractors.
• Ensure driver hours are compliant with regulations and safety standards.
• Coordinate with planning to optimise fleet and driver utilisation.
• Assist in equipment control and meeting customer requirements.
• Ensure compliance checks and timely data downloads.
• Investigate incidents with Supervisors/HR for consistent handling.
• Promote cost control and KPI adherence.
• Undertake additional duties as required by management.

Skills

Transport operations

Work under pressure

Geographical knowledge

Driver hours regulations

Organisational skills

Written & verbal communication

Initiative & independence

Job description

Fowler Welch in Evesham is seeking a Transport Operator to join our team on a full-time permanent basis. You will manage vehicle utilization and give drivers clear instructions to meet service levels cost-effectively while respecting driver hours and health & safety rules.

The role requires experience in distribution/transport, strong organisational and communication skills, and the ability to work under pressure. Salary £28,000–£30,000 per annum, with Wednesday-Saturday nights shift.