Transport Planner

RGIT Australia; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

24 days annual leave + bank holidays

Job summary

Welfare 4 Hire, part of the AER Rents Group, is recruiting a Transport Planner to support transport operations across depots in London, Leicester, Gloucester, Nantwich and Durham. You will coordinate deliveries, optimise schedules, and maintain planning data while ensuring high service levels for welfare unit hire customers.

The role offers a full-time, 45-hour week with a competitive salary, pension, and opportunities for progression within a growing national group.

Qualifications

• Experience in transport planning, logistics coordination, scheduling or similar operational role.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Manage customer hire and service enquiries via telephone and email.
• Coordinate daily delivery and collection schedules with drivers and depot teams.
• Plan and optimise internal and external transport activities for efficiency.
• Monitor planning systems and maintain accurate driver/vehicle data.
• Assist with fuel management and fuel card administration.
• Produce transport reports and operational documentation.
• Support compliance and vehicle maintenance administration.

Skills

Transport planning

Logistics coordination

Scheduling

Customer service

Planning systems

UK geography knowledge

Tools

Syrinx

BigChange

Job description

Full-time Permanent Associate

Posted 17 Sep 2026

Description

Join One of the UK's Leading Welfare Unit Hire Companies

Welfare 4 Hire is one of the UK's largest national providers of self-contained mobile welfare units, supporting customers across construction, infrastructure, utilities, and industrial sectors. As specialists in welfare hire, we continuously invest in modern welfare units, transport vehicles, and innovative solutions to deliver exceptional service.

With depots strategically located across the UK, including London, Leicester, Gloucester, Nantwich and Durham, we are experiencing exciting growth and are looking for a motivated Transport Planner to join our team.

As part of the AER Rents Group, you'll be joining a successful and expanding organisation alongside our sister companies, including Drogheda Hire & Sales, Mainline Group, Mr Plant Hire, Chippindale Hire & Sales, and Hudson Lifting.

The Opportunity

We are seeking an organised and customer-focused Transport Planner to support the Transport Supervisor and Hire Desk Manager in coordinating transport operations and ensuring the efficient utilisation of our fleet and resources.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with planning, logistics, transport coordination, or customer service experience who wants to develop their career within a growing national business.

Key Responsibilities

As a Transport Planner, you will:

• Manage customer hire and service enquiries via telephone and email, delivering a professional and responsive service.
• Coordinate daily delivery and collection schedules with drivers and depot teams.
• Plan and optimise internal and external transport activities to maximise efficiency.
• Monitor and update planning systems, ensuring all driver, vehicle, and delivery information remains accurate.
• Support the Transport Supervisor with fuel management, including monitoring fuel usage and fuel card administration.
• Produce and maintain transport reports, records, and operational documentation.
• Assist with compliance and vehicle maintenance administration.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across transport and customer service operations.

What We're Looking For

• Experience in a transport planning, logistics coordination, scheduling, customer service, or similar operational role.
• Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to solve problems quickly and work effectively under pressure.
• Strong communication skills and a customer-focused approach.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Good IT skills and experience using planning or operational systems.
• Knowledge of UK geography and transport networks.
• Experience using planning systems such as Syrinx, BigChange, or similar fleet management software.
• Experience monitoring transport KPIs, reporting, and operational performance metrics.
• Knowledge of vehicle compliance or fleet administration.

What We Offer

• Full time role, 45 hours per week
• 24 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Company pension scheme.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Career development and progression opportunities.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Opportunity to join a growing national business within a successful group of companies.

Why Join Welfare 4 Hire?

At Welfare 4 Hire, our people are at the heart of our success. We are committed to providing a positive, supportive workplace where employees can develop their skills, contribute ideas, and build rewarding careers.

If you're looking for a role where you can make a real impact in a fast-paced transport and logistics environment, we'd love to hear from you.