Senior Planning & Logistics Coordinator

Unify; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental services company is looking for a Senior Planning & Logistics Coordinator in Maidstone. The role involves coordinating vehicle upkeep, managing customer interactions, and ensuring compliance with transport regulations. This permanent position is ideal for candidates with a strong background in logistics and maintenance management.

Qualifications

• Valid driving licence required.
• Desirable experience in waste/water management.

Responsibilities

• Plan and organize servicing, MOTs, and repairs for tankers.
• Document vehicle maintenance activities and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Communicate with customers to arrange planned works.

Skills

Knowledge of transport and environmental regulations

Strong understanding of maintenance schedules and compliance

Education

CPC in management

Relevant qualification in logistics

Tools

Planning and logistic software

Job description

Job Title: Senior Planning & Logistics Coordinator

Location: Maidstone

Job Type: Permanent

Overview:

Unify are thrilled to be recruiting for a Senior Planning & Logistics Coordinator to join an established and leading environmental services company who operate nationwide.

As the Senior Planning & Logistics Coordinator, you will be tasked with coordinating vehicle upkeep, managing customer interactions, and organizing tanker scheduling. A core responsibility is to oversee the service and maintenance timelines for the fleet, ensuring all vehicles are compliant, road-safe, and in optimal working condition.

What do I need?

• Knowledge of transport and environmental regulations
• Valid driving licence
• Strong understanding of maintenance schedules and compliance
• CPC in management, or other relevant qualification

Responsibilities:

• Plan and organize regular servicing, MOTs, and repair work for all tankers.
• Communicate with customers to arrange planned works while delivering a high standard of service and professionalism.
• Oversee and document vehicle maintenance activities, including MOTs, servicing, and repairs for both tanker and support fleets.
• Ensure all vehicle servicing complies with industry regulations and safety standards.
• Collaborate with drivers, garages, and external vendors to reduce vehicle downtime.
• Daily and weekly routes as well as work schedules for tanker drivers to maximize operational effectiveness.
• Perform administrative responsibilities in a timely and precise manner to help contribute to overall team efficiency.

The following is desirable:

• Relevant tanker environmental regulation experience
• Waste / Water management experience
• Planning and logistic software