Transport Planner

Pearson Whiffin Recruitment Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a well-established haulage company as a Transport Planner. You will ensure efficient scheduling of freight across the UK and mainland Europe, liaising with drivers and clients while ensuring compliance with regulations. This position offers opportunities for impact and progression in a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Collaborative and supportive team

Opportunity to make a real impact

Progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in transport planning, ideally in UK and European road freight.
• Strong geographical knowledge of the UK and European transport network.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organise and schedule deliveries across the UK and Europe.
• Route vehicles efficiently, ensuring full loads and timely deliveries.
• Monitor driver performance, fuel usage, and vehicle availability.

Skills

Transport planning

Geographical knowledge

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Tools

Transport Management Systems

Job description

Transport Planner

Location - Dover

Salary - Up to 40k DOE

Are you a Transport Planner with a sharp eye for detail and a passion for efficient logistics?
We re working with a well-established haulage company operating extensive UK and European routes, and they re looking to bring an experienced Transport Planner into their fast-paced, dynamic team.

The Role

As Transport Planner, you will play a key part in ensuring the smooth and cost-effective scheduling of freight across the UK and mainland Europe. This is a critical position within the transport team, ideal for someone who thrives under pressure, enjoys problem-solving, and is ready to take ownership of daily planning operations.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organise and schedule deliveries across the UK and Europe

• Route vehicles efficiently, ensuring full loads and timely deliveries

• Liaise with drivers, clients, and third-party logistics partners

• Ensure compliance with UK and EU driving regulations and working time directives

• Monitor driver performance, fuel usage, and vehicle availability

• Respond to issues or delays in real time and adjust plans accordingly

• Work closely with the transport manager to meet service level agreements and customer expectations

Requirements

• Proven experience in transport planning, ideally in UK and European road freight

• Strong geographical knowledge of the UK and European transport network

• Experience using Transport Management Systems

• Solid understanding of drivers hours, Working Time Directive, and haulage compliance

• Excellent communication skills and a proactive, hands-on approach

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines

Why Join

• Work with a reputable and growing haulage business

• Be part of a collaborative and supportive team

• Opportunity to make a real impact on operations

• Progression opportunities available for the right candidate

If you re an experienced Transport Planner looking for your next challenge, we want to hear from you. Apply today or get in touch for a confidential discussion.

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