Transport Planner

Woodside Logistics Group; Ballyclare; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company in Northern Ireland is seeking an experienced Transport Planner to manage the planning and coordination of transport operations. Responsibilities include liaising with drivers, optimizing delivery schedules, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Ideal candidates will have at least 2 years of experience and strong attention to detail. This role offers competitive salary and benefits, including a fully funded health plan.

Benefits

Attractive salary

Fully funded health plan

Long service recognition

Cycle to work scheme

Learning and Development hub

Employee recognition scheme

Opportunities for personal development

Qualifications

• At least 2 years' previous experience working in a Transport / Traffic planning role.
• High levels of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Experience of using a TMS.

Responsibilities

• Liaising with drivers to ensure a high service level for customers.
• Ensuring vehicles are planned efficiently to maximize performance.
• Accurate booking and updating of consignments on the Transport Management System.

Skills

Transport management experience

Attention to detail

Experience using TMS

Microsoft applications

Job description

Job description

Transport Planner

Department: Woodside Tankfreight

Responsible to: Operations Director

Location: Ballynure

Shift Pattern: Monday - Friday

Overview

Woodside Tankfreight specialises in the transport of bulk powders, liquids, and gases across the UK and Ireland. Known for our expertise, reliability, and customer-centric approach, we are looking for an experienced Transport Planner to join our team.

Working within our specialist Tankfreight division the successful candidate will have full involvement in the planning & co-ordination of our fleet of Tanks and drivers, distributing bulk powders, liquids, and gases throughout the U.K. and Ireland, ensuring compliance with Road Traffic and Working Time laws. The ideal candidate will have the ability to work well under pressure and demonstrate a high level of attention to detail.

The Role

• Liaising with our drivers and operations teams to ensure a high service level for our customers.
• Ensuring vehicles are planned efficiently, maximising delivery and collection performance.
• Accurate booking, monitoring, and updating of consignments on our Transport Management System.
• Ensuring accurate completion of all paperwork and that specific customer requirements are adhered to.
• Liaising with drivers and driver trainers to ensure completion of all relevant driver training.
• Liaising with fleet maintenance to ensure all vehicles and equipment are made available for service and MOT when required.
• Liaising with ferry companies to confirm and secure bookings & sailings.

Essential Criteria

• At least 2 years' previous experience working in a Transport / Traffic planning role
• High levels of accuracy and attention to detail
• Experience of using a TMS
• A working knowledge of Microsoft applications

Benefits

• Attractive salary
• Fully funded health plan with Healthshield
• Long service recognition
• Cycle to work scheme
• Learning and Development hub with access to full suite of iHASCO training programmes
• Employee recognition scheme
• Opportunities for personal development

Our Diversity and Inclusion commitments

Woodside Logistics Group is committed to having an inclusive workplace where every employee feels they belong. If you require accommodations to be made during the recruitment process or have questions relating to accessibility, please contact us.

Please note

The company operate pre-employment drugs screening testing and any offer of employment made is conditional upon a clear pre-employment drugs screening test.

You are advised to submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close the posts at anytime, once we have sufficient applications.

Prospective employees are expected to disclose any unspent convictions during the recruitment process. A criminal record will not necessarily be a bar to obtaining a position.

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Closing date: 03/10/2025

Location: Ballynure

Hours per week: 40

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