Transport Planner

Bennett And Game Recruitment; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected general haulage company in Carlisle seeks an experienced Transport Planner to enhance their operations. The role involves planning daily routes, ensuring compliance, and coordinating with drivers and internal teams. Ideal candidates will have experience in transport planning and a strong understanding of UK regulations. The position offers a salary between £35,000 and £45,000 along with additional benefits such as holidays and training opportunities.

Benefits

28 days holiday (including bank holidays)

Company pension scheme

On-site parking

Supportive team culture

Opportunities for further training and development

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a transport planning role, ideally within general haulage.
• Strong knowledge of UK road networks, driver regulations, and WTD legislation.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage changing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Plan and schedule daily routes for a fleet of vehicles across the UK.
• Monitor and manage driver hours, breaks, and legal compliance.
• Liaise with customers and internal stakeholders to ensure service levels are met.

Skills

Transport planning experience

Knowledge of UK road networks

Excellent communication skills

Problem-solving skills

IT competence

Tools

Transport management systems (TMS)

Job description

Our client is a long-established and respected general haulage company with a strong reputation for delivering reliable, customer-focused transport solutions across the UK based in an office at Carlisle. With a modern fleet and a commitment to quality and compliance, this business is continuing to grow and evolve its operations. As part of this growth, they are seeking a driven and experienced Transport Planner to join their operations team and help deliver first-class planning and coordination of their transport activities.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a background in general haulage who thrives in a fast-paced environment and wants to make a tangible impact on a busy and collaborative transport operation.

Transport Planner Job Overview

• Plan and schedule daily routes for a fleet of vehicles across the UK
• Monitor and manage driver hours, breaks, and legal compliance (WTD, tachographs)
• Liaise with customers and internal stakeholders to ensure service levels are met
• Manage real-time changes, disruptions, and last-minute requests
• Provide clear instructions and support to drivers
• Coordinate with the workshop for vehicle maintenance schedules
• Maintain accurate records and systems for planning and compliance purposes

Transport Planner Job Requirements

• Proven experience in a transport planning role, ideally within general haulage
• Strong knowledge of UK road networks, driver regulations, and WTD legislation
• Ability to work under pressure and manage changing priorities
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• Competent IT skills and familiarity with transport management systems (TMS)
• A proactive attitude with attention to detail and strong organisational skills

Transport Planner Planner Salary & Benefits

• Salary range: £35,000 - £45,000, dependent on experience
• 28 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• Company pension scheme
• On-site parking
• Supportive and down-to-earth team culture
• Opportunities for further training and development

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

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