Transport Planner

TIME Appointments Ltd; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is assisting with the search for a Transport Planner in Ipswich. The successful candidate will manage transport logistics, coordinate equipment movement, and handle inquiries. Strong administrative and communication skills are essential. The role includes on-call responsibilities during specific hours.

Qualifications

• Experience in transport planning or logistics.
• Ability to handle phone and email enquiries.
• Experience with scheduling and coordinating transport.

Responsibilities

• Manage the planning, routing and logistics of machinery.
• Schedule and coordinate daily store run to refuel equipment.
• Liaise with external transport suppliers to secure rates.
• Monitor inspections, MOTs and servicing along with driver holidays.

Skills

High standard of administration skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to plan and prioritise

Job description

Jobs

Reference V/13538

Job Description

We are proud to be assisting an award-winning construction business in their search to find a Transport Planner to join their team in Ipswich. You will be required to manage the daily route planning or the transport fleet. You will coordinate the movement of plant equipment to ensure efficient, cost effective and safe transportation.

Key Duties:

• Manage the planning, routing and logistics of machinery.
• Schedule and coordinate daily store run to refuel equipment.
• Liaise with external transport suppliers to secure the best possible rates.
• Handle phone and email enquiries promptly.
• Monitor and schedule inspections, MOTs and servicing along with driver holidays.
• Prepare reports relating to transport planning.

Previous Skills & Experience:

• High standard of administration skills.
• Strong communication skills both written and verbal.
• Able to plan, prioritise and meet tight deadlines.

Please be advised this role has a ‘Out of hours’ rota, which requires being on call from 18:00 – 23:00 on a rota basis.