Planner/Transport Manager

EarthworksUK Ltd; Thornbury; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent transport management company in Thornbury is seeking a skilled Planner/Transport Manager to oversee a fleet of HGV vehicles. The role involves ensuring regulatory compliance, planning deliveries, and managing drivers. Ideal candidates will possess a strong background in urban planning within aggregates and waste management, as well as excellent communication and report writing skills. This position presents a valuable opportunity to make a significant impact in transportation management.

Qualifications

• Strong background in urban planning within the aggregates and waste management industry.
• Experience in driver management.

Responsibilities

• Ensure fleet compliance with legal requirements.
• Schedule vehicle maintenance according to manufacturers.
• Plan daily deliveries and collections.
• Manage drivers' schedules and prevent violations.
• Handle customer queries via phone or email.
• Prepare reports and presentations.

Skills

Knowledge of environmental law

Excellent report writing skills

Multi-tasking

Familiarity with contracts

Strong organizational skills

Effective communication

Education

CPC holder

Job description

Job Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Planner/Transport Manager to oversee and enhance our transportation operations. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing a small fleet of 17 HGV vehicles, ensuring compliance with environmental laws, and coordinating with various stakeholders to optimize transportation planning. This role requires a strong background in urban planning within the aggregates and waste management industry. A CPC holder with good experience in driver management.

Duties

• Fleet compliance and all legal requirements to ensure all vehicles are roadworthy and legal.
• Schedule maintenance inline with manufacturers schedules and current timetables.
• Planning of daily deliveries and collections inline with customer expectations.
• Manage Drivers daily schedules, licences, hours and prevent any violations.
• Take orders and add to delivery/collection system.
• Deal with customer queries on the phone or by email.
• Prepare detailed reports and presentations on project progress, findings, and recommendations.

Skills

• Knowledge of environmental law as it pertains to transportation projects.
• Excellent report writing skills for clear communication of findings and recommendations.
• Multi-task with compliance, drivers, orders and enquiries.
• Familiarity with contracts related to construction and transportation planning.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Effective communication skills for collaboration with diverse teams and stakeholders.

This position offers an exciting opportunity for professionals looking to make a significant impact in the field of transportation management while working within a dynamic team environment.