Transport Planner

ARC Group; Immingham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site parking

Permanent, full-time position

Job summary

ARC Group is seeking a Transport Planner to join its busy North Lincolnshire operations. The role focuses on planning UK deliveries, coordinating collections, and supporting day-to-day transport activities, with training and long-term career development on offer.

The successful candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, demonstrate strong communication, attention to detail, and a proactive learning mindset, contributing to excellent customer service and efficient transport operations.

Qualifications

• A positive, can-do attitude.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Good IT skills and confidence learning new systems.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to work well under pressure in a busy environment.
• Good UK geographical knowledge.
• Desire to learn, develop, and progress within transport and logistics.

Responsibilities

• Planning and coordinating UK deliveries and collections.
• Communicating with drivers, customers, and internal teams throughout the day.
• Supporting the smooth running of daily transport operations.
• Monitoring vehicle movements and transport activity using planning systems.
• Ensuring compliance with driver hours and tachograph regulations.
• Delivering a high level of customer service and building strong working relationships.
• Assisting with operational administration and reporting when required.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

IT skills

Attention to detail

Willingness to learn

UK geography knowledge

Job description

Transport Planner

This is a great opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career within transport and logistics, whether they already have planning experience or are keen to learn and develop within a supportive environment. A well-established and growing transport business is looking to add a motivated and enthusiastic Transport Planner to its busy operations team based in North Killingholme.

This role would suit somebody who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, thrives on problem solving, and wants to be part of a friendly and supportive team. Previous transport planning experience is beneficial, but not essential — attitude, communication skills, and a willingness to learn are considered just as important.

The business is keen to invest in the right individual and offers an excellent opportunity to develop valuable transport and logistics knowledge while building a long-term career within the industry.

What the role will involve:

• Planning and coordinating UK deliveries and collections
• Communicating with drivers, customers, and internal teams throughout the day
• Supporting the smooth running of daily transport operations
• Monitoring vehicle movements and transport activity using planning systems
• Ensuring compliance with driver hours and tachograph regulations
• Delivering a high level of customer service and building strong working relationships
• Assisting with operational administration and reporting when required

What they’re looking for:

• A positive, can-do attitude
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Good IT skills and confidence learning new systems
• Excellent attention to detail
• Ability to work well under pressure in a busy environment
• Good UK geographical knowledge
• Desire to learn, develop, and progress within transport and logistics

What’s on offer:

• Salary of £28,000 – £36,000 depending on experience
• Full training and ongoing support
• Opportunity for long-term career development
• Friendly and supportive working environment
• Free on-site parking
• Permanent, full-time position

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