Traffic And Transport Planner

People Solutions; Warrington; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free onsite parking

Fully equipped onsite canteen

Competitive pay rate

Weekly pay

Supportive working environment

Job summary

People Solutions is seeking an Interim Transport Planner in Warrington, Cheshire for 4 weeks. This role offers £17.00 per hour and requires experience in transport planning. The position involves planning and monitoring vehicle routes to ensure compliance with regulations.

Enjoy benefits like free onsite parking and a supportive work environment. Shifts are Monday to Friday, from 08:00 to 17:00.

Qualifications

• Experience working as a Transport Planner in a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of the UK road network.

Responsibilities

• Coordinating driver start and finish times.
• Planning HGV C1 routes considering driver hours.
• Monitoring vehicle movements and updating systems.
• Managing route and load allocation.
• Ensuring compliance with WTD and tachograph regulations.
• Logging trailer numbers and reporting issues.
• Communicating effectively with drivers and staff.
• Handling PODs and ensuring documentation is stored correctly.

Skills

Transport planning knowledge

Customer service skills

Communication skills

Flexibility

Job description

Interim Transport Planner Required - 4 Weeks

Transport Planner - Warrington, Cheshire

People Solutions are currently recruiting for a Transport Planner to join our wellestablished client based in Warrington, Cheshire. This is a fantastic opportunity offering excellent rates of pay and benefits.

This position would suit applicants looking for a role as a Transport or Traffic planner.

Trunking route planning only

Shifts:

• Monday - Friday
• 08:00 - 17:00

Rates of Pay: £17.00 per hour

Benefits:

Your benefits as a Transport Planner will be:

• Free onsite parking
• Fully equipped onsite canteen
• Competitive pay rate
• Weekly pay
• Supportive and friendly working environment

DaytoDay Duties:

Your duties as a Transport Planner will include:

• Coordinating driver start and finish times and ensuring all shifts are adequately covered
• Planning of the HGV C1 routes considering drivers hours/ tacho rules
• Monitoring vehicle movements and updating systems with live information
• Managing route and load allocation in line with operational requirements
• Ensuring compliance with WTD, driver's hours, and tachograph regulations
• Logging trailer numbers, vehicle defects, and reporting issues to the relevant teams
• Communicating effectively with drivers, warehouse staff, planners, and management
• Handling PODs and delivery notes, ensuring all documentation is stored correctly

Essential Skills:

To be successful as a Transport Planner, you will require:

• Experience working as a Transport Planner in a similar role
• Transport planning knowledge, UK road network
• Strong customer service skills
• Good communication skills
• A positive attitude and willingness to work flexibly

Desirable Experience:

• Previous experience within the transport industry

Training:

• Day 1 training completed with the Transport manager

People Solutions do not charge candidates any fees or request deposits at any stage of the recruitment process