Transport Planner

TN United Kingdom; Clowne; Hybrid; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Transport Planner to optimize route scheduling and manage logistics operations. This role offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to work from home post-probation, alongside a supportive environment that fosters professional growth. You will be responsible for planning routes for a variety of vehicles, ensuring compliance with regulations, and coordinating with subcontractors to ensure smooth operations. With a focus on internal promotion and ongoing training, this position is perfect for individuals looking to advance their careers in logistics and transport planning.

Benefits

Regular team events

Training and development opportunities

Ongoing coaching

Clear progression paths

Qualifications

• Experience as a Transport Controller or Logistics Planner is essential.
• Knowledge of compliance and route planning for various vehicle categories.

Responsibilities

• Plan routes for vehicles across multiple construction contracts.
• Liaise with subcontractors and manage fleet operations.

Skills

Transport Planning

Route Scheduling

Logistics Coordination

Compliance Management

Job description

Transport Planner Role - Paying up to £35k. You will work a set 8-5 shift. Post-probation, you will be able to work from home a couple of days a week.

Location

This Transport Planner role is commutable from Clowne, Maltby, Worksop, and North Anston areas.

Role Responsibilities

1. Reactive planning for next day or same day route scheduling.
2. Planning routes for all categories of vehicles, from Class 1 lorries to flatbeds, across multiple construction contracts.
3. Liaising daily with sub-contractors, third-party transport firms, and agencies to secure additional drivers for bookings.
4. Scheduling movements of plant hire equipment to high-priority contracts.
5. Managing and coordinating drivers and fleet, including lorries, hiabs, trailers, and shunters.
6. Route planning ensuring drivers' hours and WTD compliance, and analyzing tachograph, telematics, and smart reports to identify issues or trends.

Candidate Requirements

Previous experience as a Transport Controller, Transport Router, Logistics Coordinator, Transport Clerk, or Logistics Planner is required. Experience in construction, civils, or hire industries is advantageous.

Benefits

• Regular team events and nights out
• Training and development opportunities, including management courses
• Ongoing coaching and clear progression paths, with a focus on internal promotion
• Pre-employment checks are required for all offers

Application

To learn more about the role, APPLY and contact Leo at 01933 667223 or leo.edwardspathrecruitment.