Transport Planner

WR Logistics; Felixstowe; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car

Job summary

WR Logistics in Felixstowe is seeking an experienced Transport Planner to coordinate container movements and plan a fleet of 50+ vehicles, ensuring efficient utilisation and on-time performance.

You will use TOPS daily, communicate clearly with drivers and customers, and contribute to a fast-paced operation with genuine progression potential. This role requires someone who thrives under pressure in a busy transport environment.

Qualifications

• Container planning experience is essential.
• Knowledge of TOPS software is essential.
• Background in haulage/container transport operations.
• Solid understanding of UK WTD laws.
• Ability to work under pressure in a busy environment.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate 50+ container vehicles across the fleet.
• Ensure efficient utilisation and on-time performance.
• Communicate clearly with drivers and customers.
• Use TOPS daily to manage workloads and respond to operational changes.

Skills

Container planning

TOPS software

Communication

Organisation

Haulage operations

UK WTD laws awareness

Tools

TOPS

Job description

Transport Planner
Location - Felixstowe
Salary- 45,000 - 50,000 + Company Car
We're supporting a well-established haulage business looking for an experienced Container Transport Planner to join their transport team. This is a key role within a fast-paced operation, ideal for someone confident in container logistics and daily planning.

The Role:

You'll be responsible for planning and coordinating around 50+ container vehicles across the fleet, ensuring efficient utilisation, on-time performance, and clear communication with drivers and customers. You'll use TOPS daily to manage workloads and respond quickly to operational changes.

Requirements:

• Previous container planning experience (essential)
• Strong working knowledge of TOPS (essential)
• Background in haulage / container transport operations
• Solid understanding of UK WTD laws
• Ability to work under pressure in a busy environment
• Strong communication and organisational skills

What's on Offer:

• 45,000 - 50,000 salary
• Electric company car
• Strong, stable business with genuine progression potential