Transport Planner

IGB Group; Grangemill; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Longcliffe Quarries Limited is seeking a proactive Transport Planner in Matlock, Derbyshire (Curzon Lodge Transport Hub) to manage daily routing for our in-house fleet. The role handles 95% of orders as next-day or same-day deliveries within a busy, 24/7 operation.

The Transport Planner will work standard hours (08:00–17:00) on a full-time, permanent basis, coordinating routes for 40+ bulk tankers and 70 staff, ensuring compliance and efficient load management.

Qualifications

• Experience in fast-paced transport planning environments.
• Knowledge of HGV compliance and tachograph rules.
• Strong routing and driver coordination skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan daily routes for in-house fleet of 40+ bulk powder tankers and heavy tippers.
• Secure third-party backhauls to maximise vehicle use.
• Coordinate 70 transport staff daily shifts and driver communications.
• Monitor live deliveries and manage delays or restrictions.
• Ensure compliance with Drivers' Hours and FORS Gold standards.

Skills

Transport planning

Route planning

Driver allocation

Real-time tracking

Compliance knowledge

UK geography

Communication & IT

Job description

Transport Planner

Location: Matlock, Derbyshire (Curzon Lodge Transport Hub)

Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 per annum

Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

About the Company & Role

Longcliffe Quarries Limited is a leading independent, family‑owned mineral processing company that has supplied over one million tonnes of high‑purity limestone products annually across the UK for nearly 100 years. We are seeking a proactive Transport Planner to join our busy office and manage the daily route scheduling for our specialized, 24/7 in‑house fleet. This is a fast‑paced desk where 95% of customer orders require next‑day or same‑day delivery.

Hours & Shift Pattern

• Standard Shift: Typically 08:00 to 17:00 daily.
• Working Week: Most likely Monday to Friday (5 days working, 2 days off).

Key Responsibilities

• Route Planning: Daily routing and scheduling for an in‑house fleet of over 40 bulk powder tankers and heavy tippers.
• Backhaul Optimization: Actively secure third‑party return loads to maximize vehicle use and minimize unprofitable empty miles.
• Driver Allocation: Coordinate daily shift rotas, start times, and activities for approximately 70 transport staff.
• Real‑Time Tracking: Monitor live deliveries using our in‑house tracking systems and maintain constant driver communication.
• Contamination Control: Follow strict loading matrices to eliminate product mixing risks across our high‑purity powder fleet.
• Compliance Management: Ensure all scheduled routes comply with Drivers' Hours rules, Working Time Directives, and FORS Gold standards.
• Problem Solving: Quickly resolve traffic delays and navigate heavy assets around local weight or height restrictions.

Experience & Skills Required

• Transport Office Background: Proven experience working as a planner in a fast‑paced transport environment is essential.
• Sector Knowledge: Prior experience planning heavy tippers, bulk aggregates, or powder tankers is highly preferred.
• Tipper & Backhaul Skills: Ideally possesses tipper experience (routing trucks into construction sites/quarries) and backhaul experience (booking return loads).
• Compliance Literacy: Solid working knowledge of HGV compliance, driver regulations, and tachograph rules.
• Geographical Awareness: Strong UK geographical knowledge to safely plan routes for heavy vehicle assets.
• Communication & IT: Great communication skills for managing driver relations and confidence using transport planning software.