Transport Planner

Woodside Logistics Group; Ballynure; Remote; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare cash plan

Employee perks

Long service recognition

Free on-site parking

Cycle to work scheme

Job summary

Woodside Haulage, the Woodside Logistics Group division, is seeking a Transport Planner to coordinate haulage across the UK and Ireland. You will plan drivers and vehicles, and ensure efficient delivery and collection of full trailer loads.

The role requires accuracy, knowledge of Road Traffic legislation, and proficiency with TMS and Microsoft Office; you will work with drivers, trainers, fleet maintenance, and ferry operators to keep operations compliant and on schedule.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years' experience in a Transport or Traffic Planning role.
• High levels of accuracy with strong attention to detail.
• Proven experience using a Transport Management System (TMS).
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with drivers and operations teams to deliver a consistently high level of customer service.
• Plan drivers and vehicles efficiently to maximise delivery and collection performance.
• Accurately book, monitor, and update consignments on the Transport Management System (TMS).
• Ensure all paperwork is completed correctly and customer-specific requirements are fully met.
• Coordinate with drivers and driver trainers to support completion of all required training.
• Work closely with fleet maintenance to ensure vehicles and equipment are available for servicing and MOTs.
• Liaise with ferry operators to confirm and secure bookings and sailings.

Skills

Transport planning

Driver liaison

TMS

Microsoft Office

Tools

Transport Management System (TMS)

Job description

Working Hours: Various shift patterns available between the hours of 05:00 & 19:00 - Monday to Friday

Role Overview:

Woodside Haulage is the largest division of Woodside Logistics Group, delivering full trailer loads across the UK and Ireland, with depots in Ballynure, Dublin, and Preston.

The successful candidate will play a key role in the planning and coordination of our haulage fleet and drivers, overseeing the safe and efficient movement of full trailer loads across the UK and Ireland. The role requires a high level of attention to detail and a strong working knowledge of Road Traffic legislation and Working Time Regulations to ensure full compliance at all times.

The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment, demonstrate strong organisational and problem-solving skills, and bring a proactive, detail-driven approach to transport planning within a large-scale haulage operation.

Key responsibilities:

• Liaise with drivers and operations teams to deliver a consistently high level of customer service
• Plan drivers and vehicles efficiently to maximise delivery and collection performance
• Accurately book, monitor, and update consignments on the Transport Management System (TMS)
• Ensure all paperwork is completed correctly and customer-specific requirements are fully met
• Coordinate with drivers and driver trainers to support completion of all required training
• Work closely with fleet maintenance to ensure vehicles and equipment are available for servicing and MOTs
• Liaise with ferry operators to confirm and secure bookings and sailings
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in a Transport or Traffic Planning role
• High levels of accuracy with strong attention to detail
• Proven experience using a Transport Management System (TMS)
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
• State of the art office facilities
• Annual Leave dependent of shift pattern
• Fully funded Healthcare Cash Plan & Employee Perks
• Long service recognition
• Free on-site car parking
• Cycle to work scheme

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 any time, 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.