Transport Planner

ARC Group; Greater Lincolnshire; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Job summary

A leading logistics provider based in the Humber region is seeking an experienced Transport Planner. In this role, you will manage container transport operations with a focus on cost efficiency and service excellence. You must have proven experience in transport planning and a strong background in container logistics. The position offers a competitive salary range and opportunities for career development in a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a transport planning role.
• Strong knowledge of port operations and container logistics.
• Confident communicator with the ability to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Planning and routing container deliveries and collections.
• Coordinating with drivers, customers, and port authorities.
• Ensuring compliance with transport legislation and company procedures.
• Monitoring KPIs and optimising vehicle utilisation.

Skills

Transport planning

Container transport experience

Problem-solving skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Tools

Transport planning systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Transport Planner to join our client s operation based in Immingham, Humber Estuary. This is an excellent opportunity to join a fast-paced logistics environment with a strong focus on container movements and port operations.

The Role

As a Transport Planner, you will be responsible for the effective planning and coordination of container transport operations, ensuring cost efficiency, service excellence, and full compliance with industry regulations.

Key responsibilities

• Planning and routing container deliveries and collections
• Coordinating with drivers, customers, and port authorities
• Managing daily transport schedules and resolving operational issues
• Ensuring compliance with transport legislation and company procedures
• Monitoring KPIs and optimising vehicle utilisation
• Liaising closely with internal departments to maintain service levels

The Ideal Candidate

• Proven experience in a transport planning role
• Essential: Container transport experience
• Strong knowledge of port operations and container logistics
• Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills
• Confident communicator with the ability to work under pressure
• Proficient in transport planning systems and Microsoft Office

What s On Offer

• Competitive salary of GBP35,000 GBP40,000
• Opportunity to work within a well-established logistics operation
• Supportive team environment
• Career development opportunities

If you are an experienced Transport Planner with container knowledge and are looking for your next challenge in the Humber region, we would love to hear from you.

This is an URGENT requirement and interviews will be arranged quickly for suitable candidates.