Transport Planner

Interaction Recruitment; Greater Lincolnshire; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an organized and experienced Transport Planner to coordinate transport operations in Greater Lincolnshire. This full-time role involves planning and scheduling routes, monitoring operations for timely deliveries, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Ideal candidates will have strong knowledge of UK road networks, exceptional communication skills, and experience with transport management systems. Benefits include a competitive salary, a pension scheme, and opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Competitive salary and company benefits

Pension scheme

Career development and training opportunities

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Previous experience in transport planning or logistics coordination.
• Strong knowledge of UK road networks and transport regulations.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in transport management systems and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Plan and schedule routes for drivers and vehicles.
• Monitor transport operations to ensure timely deliveries.
• Liaise with drivers, customers, and internal teams to resolve issues.
• Ensure compliance with legal requirements, including driver hours and vehicle maintenance.
• Optimize routes to reduce costs and improve efficiency.
• Maintain accurate records and produce reports as required.

Skills

Transport planning

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Knowledge of UK road networks

Tools

Transport management systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Title: Transport Planner

Interaction Recruitment

Location: Lincoln
Contract Type: Full-time Permanent

Hours 09:00 - 17:00 Monday - Friday

About the Role:

We are looking for an experienced and highly organized Transport Planner to join our Clients team. You will be responsible for planning and coordinating transport operations to ensure efficient, cost-effective, and compliant delivery of goods.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and schedule routes for drivers and vehicles.
• Monitor transport operations to ensure timely deliveries.
• Liaise with drivers, customers, and internal teams to resolve issues.
• Ensure compliance with legal requirements, including driver hours and vehicle maintenance.
• Optimize routes to reduce costs and improve efficiency.
• Maintain accurate records and produce reports as required.

Requirements:

• Previous experience in transport planning or logistics coordination.
• Strong knowledge of UK road networks and transport regulations.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in transport management systems and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and company benefits.
• Pension scheme.
• Career development and training opportunities.
• Supportive team environment.

How to Apply:

Send your CV to (url removed) or apply online