Transport Planner

ZipRecruiter; Bathgate; On-site; GBP 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in logistics seeks a Transport Planner for their Bathgate depot. The position involves coordinating daily transport operations, monitoring performance metrics, and ensuring compliance with legal standards. Join a supportive team focused on continuous improvement and career growth.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Training and development courses

Work-life balance

Pension scheme

Life assurance

Uniform provided

Qualifications

• Experience in logistics planning is advantageous.
• Knowledge of legal compliance and driver's hours regulations.
• Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily transport operations and manage activity transitions.
• Plan inbound and outbound loads, tracking KPIs.
• Collaborate with Customer Service to ensure delivery expectations.

Skills

Communication

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Geographical knowledge of the UK

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Job Description

Transport Planner

Location: Bathgate

About Us: At Pollock Scotrans Ltd, we are committed to delivering excellence in logistics and transport services. Our team is dedicated to maintaining high standards of compliance and operational efficiency. Join us and grow your career in a supportive and expanding business environment. We foster a strong culture of teamwork and continuous improvement.

Job Description: We are currently seeking a Transport Planner in our Bathgate depot. This position will be working within the transport team and will involve all aspect of the transport administration processes and coordination of the day to day running of this busy contract.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinating daily transport operations, managing peak and off-peak activity transitions.
• Planning inbound and outbound loads while tracking key performance indicators like on-time delivery, revenue, and vehicle utilisation.
• Collaborating with the Customer Service Team to ensure deliveries meet customer expectations.
• Managing and de-briefing drivers on a daily/weekly basis.
• Ensure vehicle checks and defects are completed and recorded via Vehicle Check App.
• Scheduling vehicle movements for maximum efficiency.
• Meeting daily revenue targets per shift and vehicle, and reporting to the Transport Manager.
• Working closely with Line Managers to optimise operational performance.
• Identifying growth opportunities within existing contracts.
• Ensuring all contracted work aligns with customer agreements.
• Managing communication for collection times and delivery schedules.
• Ensuring that all TMS systems relating to the contracted deliveries are updated and monitored.
• Adherence to policies and procedures within the Business Area.

Requirements:

• Experience of planning in the logistics industry is advantageous.
• Knowledge of legal compliance including driver's hours and Working Time Directive regulations.
• Ability to communicate at all levels.
• Strong geographical knowledge of the UK.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Why Join Pollock Scotrans Ltd?

• Competitive Salary: 32,805pa.
• Hours: 06:00hrs - 18:00hrs, 4on 4off rota.
• Training: Monthly Courses for a variety of areas.
• Benefits: Additional holiday purchasing scheme, Retail discounts with Hapi, Retail Trust Wellbeing Support*, and more.
• Career Growth: Explore opportunities for professional development within our expanding business.
• Company Benefits: Excellent holiday allowance. Life assurance, pension, and sickness scheme*.
• Extras: Christmas Savings Club, Black Circle Tyre Discount, Free Uniform and paid Volunteer Day.
• Wellbeing Support: Benefit from the Retail Trust Wellbeing Support* program.
• Team Environment: Be part of a strong culture of teamwork and collaboration.

How to Apply

If you have the drive to be the best and want to be part of a flourishing and ambitious company, apply now!

Please submit your application as soon as possible. Due to high volumes of applications, we reserve the right to close adverts before the closing date once we have received sufficient application

Eligibility: Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK with no restrictions. Proof of Right to Work will be required at the interview stage.

Contact Us: For any queries, please contact our Recruitment Team at . Our team is available Monday to Friday, 08:30hrs - 17:00hrs.

Note to Recruitment Agencies: We prefer to recruit directly but have a Supplier List for when we need assistance. We'll be in touch if we need you.

*Subject to terms and conditions.