Transport Planner

Streamline Search; Highbridge; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A nationwide haulage company is seeking a Transport Planner to enhance operations and team culture. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in transport logistics, strong communication skills, and a detail-oriented approach. Tasks include planning loads, managing return loads, and overseeing driver performance. The role offers a salary range of £30,000 - £36,000 and benefits including holiday and a bonus scheme.

Benefits

20 days holiday + 8 bank holidays

Death in Service

Bonus scheme

Free, on-site parking

Qualifications

• Proven experience in the transport or logistics industry.
• Strong communication skills with confidence to support your driver team.
• A detail-oriented problem solver with excellent time management.

Responsibilities

• Plan and schedule loads for timely, cost-effective deliveries.
• Manage return loads to maximize efficiency.
• Oversee driver performance and compliance with regulations.
• Coordinate vehicle and trailer maintenance.
• Update traffic system in real-time.

Skills

Transport industry experience

Strong communication skills

Detail-oriented problem solver

Excellent time management

Team player

Commercial awareness

Job description

(Transport Planner) - Position Overview

Our client is a well-established, nationwide haulage company operating from a network of eight depots across the UK. Founded in the 1960s, they remain a proud, family-run business with a strong reputation for reliability, professionalism, and service. Their modern fleet of vehicles and trailers is supported by a dedicated, experienced team.

They are now looking for an experienced Transport Planner to join us; someone who can make an immediate, positive impact both operationally and within the team culture.

(Transport Planner) - Position Responsibilities:

• Plan and schedule loads to ensure timely, cost-effective deliveries.
• Manage return loads to maximise efficiency and profitability.
• Oversee driver performance and compliance with working time and driver hours regulations.
• Coordinate vehicle and trailer maintenance in line with schedules.
• Accurately update traffic system in real-time.
• Collaborate with the transport team and attend operational reviews.
• Build a strong understanding of the wider transport network to support group-wide efficiency.
• Drive continuous improvement across all planning and operational processes.
• Uphold and develop Health & Safety and Environmental standards.
• Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction through reliable, responsive service.

(Transport Planner) - Position Requirements:

• Proven experience in the transport or logistics industry
• Strong communication skills with the confidence to engage and support your driver team
• A detail-oriented problem solver with excellent time management
• A proactive team player with a flexible, hands-on approach
• Motivated and committed to driving operational success
• Commercial awareness, with a focus on KPIs, cost control, and vehicle profitability

(Transport Planner) - Position Remuneration:

• Salary - 30,000 - 36,000
• Monday to Friday, 7am - 4/ 5pm (TBC)
• 20 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
  Death in Service
• Bonus scheme (To be discussed with the company)
• Free, on-site parking

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