Transport Planner

Pearson Whiffin Recruitment Ltd; Dover; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected logistics company is seeking a Transport Planner to join their operations team in Dover. This full-time, permanent role involves planning routes, managing vehicle utilisation, and ensuring service delivery. Candidates should have experience in transport planning, strong organisational skills, and effective communication abilities. A competitive salary starts at £35,000 per year, with a Monday to Friday work schedule.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Full-time, permanent role

Stable logistics team environment

Qualifications

• Experience in transport planning within a logistics or haulage environment is essential.
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills are required.
• Effective communicator with drivers and customers.

Responsibilities

• Organising and overseeing daily transport operations.
• Planning efficient routes and managing vehicle utilisation.
• Coordinating drivers to ensure timely service delivery.

Skills

Transport planning experience

Good geographical knowledge

Organisational skills

Problem-solving skills

Effective communication

Ability to work under pressure

Teamwork

Job description

Transport Planner

Dover

Up to £35k

Our client, a respected logistics company with a long-standing reputation, is looking to appoint a Transport Planner to join their operations team. This is a full-time, permanent role offering stability, responsibility, and the opportunity to be part of a supportive transport office.

The Role

As a Transport Planner, you will be responsible for organising and overseeing daily transport operations. You will plan efficient routes, manage vehicle utilisation, and coordinate drivers to ensure services are delivered safely, cost-effectively, and on time.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and schedule daily vehicle routes
• Maximise fleet efficiency through effective planning and resource allocation
• Maintain strong communication with drivers, customers, and colleagues
• Monitor live operations, resolving issues quickly to keep deliveries on track
• Ensure compliance with transport regulations and internal standards
• Support the day‑to‑day running of a busy transport office

About You

• Previous experience in transport planning within a logistics or haulage environment (essential)
• Good geographical knowledge
• Strong organisational and problem‑solving skills
• Effective communicator with drivers and customers alike
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast‑paced office
• Flexible, positive attitude with a focus on teamwork

What’s On Offer

• Competitive salary starting from £35,000 per year
• Full‑time, permanent role
• Monday to Friday with alternate Saturday mornings

Opportunity to join a stable and established logistics team

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled Transport Planner to progress their career with a company that values professionalism, teamwork, and long‑term success.

This role is being handled by Sam Hasler, Transport, Logistics & Distribution Specialist at Pearson Whiffin Recruitment