Night Transport Planner: Route Optimisation & Scheduling

Tezlom Logistics Ltd; Manchester; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Tezlom Logistics Ltd. is seeking a Night Transport Planner to coordinate daily operations from Birchwood/Warrington. The role features a 6pm-6am 4 on 4 off rota, with a focus on planning routes, loads, driver schedules and on-time deliveries across the UK.

Candidates should have haulage planning experience, strong knowledge of tachographs and UK regulations, and excellent communication skills. A busy depot environment offers growth and varied day-to-day challenges.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in transport planning or haulage operations required.
• Good understanding of UK road transport regulations and tachograph rules.
• Strong geographical knowledge of the UK road network.
• Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage changing priorities.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Competent IT skills including Microsoft Office and transport planning systems.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Plan and schedule daily vehicle routes and driver allocations.
• Coordinate collections and deliveries across the UK.
• Maximise vehicle utilisation and minimise empty running.
• Monitor driver hours and ensure compliance with transport legislation and Working Time Directive regulations.
• Liaise with drivers, customers, warehouses, and subcontractors.
• Respond quickly to operational issues including delays, breakdowns, and route changes.
• Ensure all transport documentation is completed accurately.
• Maintain regular communication with customers regarding delivery schedules and updates.
• Use transport management systems (TMS) and tracking software effectively.
• Support the transport team with general operational duties as required.

Skills

Transport planning

UK road regulations

UK geography

Organisational skills

Communication

MS Office

Teamwork

Problem solving

Tools

TMS

Transport software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Tezlom Logistics Ltd. is seeking a Night Transport Planner to coordinate daily operations from Birchwood/Warrington. The role features a 6pm-6am 4 on 4 off rota, with a focus on planning routes, loads, driver schedules and on-time deliveries across the UK.

Candidates should have haulage planning experience, strong knowledge of tachographs and UK regulations, and excellent communication skills. A busy depot environment offers growth and varied day-to-day challenges.