Transport Planner

Gi Group; England; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company in Portsmouth is seeking an experienced Transport Planner (Containers) to ensure efficient planning and coordination of container movements across the South. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in container haulage planning and strong knowledge of port operations. This full-time, permanent role offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits including on-call bonuses, holiday, and a supportive working environment.

Benefits

27 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays

Aviva pension scheme

Occupational health support

Cycle to Work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Life Assurance

Qualifications

• Proven experience in container haulage planning.
• Strong knowledge of port operations and regional transport routes.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient IT skills; experience using TOPS is a strong advantage.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and make sound operational decisions.
• Flexibility to participate in an on‑call rota.

Responsibilities

• Plan and allocate daily container haulage work across the company fleet.
• Proactively forward‑plan workloads to maximise efficiency and customer satisfaction.
• Communicate effectively with drivers, customers, and subcontractors.
• Manage delays and operational issues in a professional, solution‑focused manner.
• Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date records using transport management systems and digital tools.
• Occasionally assist with general haulage.

Skills

Container haulage planning

Communication skills

IT proficiency

Knowledge of port operations

Calm under pressure

Tools

TOPS

Job description

Job Title: Transport Planner (Containers)

Location: Portsmouth

Salary: £32,000 - £38,000 per annum (plus on-call bonuses of up to £6,600 per year)

Job Type: Full‑time, Permanent

We are seeking an experienced and highly organised Transport Planner (Containers) to join our busy operations team in Portsmouth. This is a pivotal role within our transport department, ensuring the efficient planning and coordination of container movements across the South, with occasional involvement at London Gateway.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and allocate daily container haulage work across the company fleet.
• Proactively forward‑plan workloads to maximise efficiency and customer satisfaction.
• Communicate effectively with drivers, customers, and subcontractors.
• Manage delays and operational issues in a professional, solution‑focused manner.
• Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date records using transport management systems and digital tools.
• Occasionally assist with general haulage.

Essential Requirements

• Proven experience in container haulage planning.
• Strong knowledge of port operations and regional transport routes.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient IT skills; experience using TOPS is a strong advantage.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and make sound operational decisions.
• Flexibility to participate in an on‑call rota.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary: £32,000 – £38,000 (DOE).
• On‑call bonuses of up to £6,600 per year.
• A full‑time, permanent position with a well‑established and growing logistics company.
• Supportive, professional working environment.
• Opportunities for training and career progression.

Benefits

• 27 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays.
• Aviva pension scheme.
• Occupational health support.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
• Life Assurance.

Should you require any support or assistance on your application, please contact your local Gi Group office directly.

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