Transport Planner

Cast UK; Castleford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading business in Castleford is looking for a Transport Planner to enhance logistics operations. This key role involves planning and optimizing a nationwide transport network, ensuring efficiency and compliance with regulations. Ideal candidates should possess strong knowledge of the UK road network and excellent communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of UK transport regulations.
• Excellent in communication with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Plan daily routing and resource allocation.
• Maximise efficiency across fleet and subcontractors.
• Maintain compliance with health & safety standards.

Skills

Knowledge of UK road network

Communication

Problem-solving

Organisational skills

Analytical skills

Job description

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Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for logistics and a knack for optimising transport operations? A leading business in Castleford is seeking a Transport Planner to join their experienced Transport team following a contract win. The role is Sunday to Thursday, 8am - 5pm, with requirement to deal with ad-hoc issues outside of hours when needed.

This is a key role responsible for planning and enhancing the performance of a nationwide network, ensuring maximum fleet efficiency and compliance with transport regulations.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Plan daily routing and resource allocation
• Maximise efficiency across both in-house fleet and utilisation of sub-contractor partners
• Maximise fleet utilisation and reduce delivery costs
• Communicate with suppliers, drivers and customers to provide updates and solutions
• Maintain compliance with health & safety, driver hours, and transport legislation
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and third-party transport providers

What We're Looking For:

• Strong knowledge of UK road network and national transport planning
• Excellent communication skills, comfortable speaking with various stakeholders
• Problem-solving mindset
• Excellent organisational, analytical, and communication skills
• Calm, logical thinker with the ability to meet tight deadlines