Transport Planner

ZipRecruiter; Knowsley; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a highly organized Transport Planner to join a dynamic team in Knowsley. The role involves coordinating daily transport operations, ensuring compliance with driver regulations, and optimizing logistics. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills and experience in logistics management. A CPC qualification is desirable. Competitive salary of £33,000 - £35,000 annually.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Transport Planner with a focus on compliance and logistics.
• Ability to optimize transport routes effectively.
• Proven communication skills and confident decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily operations of the transport office.
• Ensure compliance with driver's hours and WTD.
• Plan efficient container logistics.

Skills

Knowledge of driver regulations (including WTD)

Experience in container transport

Communication skills

Decision-making ability

Experience with transport management systems

Education

CPC qualification

Job description

Job DescriptionTransport Planner - Join Our Team in Knowsley

Are you an experienced Transport Planner with an understanding of compliance, container work, and general haulage operations?

We're looking for a highly organized and proactive Transport Planner to join a dynamic transport team in knowsley.

Hours & Pay

• £33,000 - £35,000 per year




• Tuesday to Saturday Day Shifts

Job Role

• Coordinating the daily operations of a busy transport office




• Ensuring full compliance with driver's hours and WTD




• Planning efficient container logistics and maximizing backload opportunities




• Managing general haulage operations for timely and cost-effective deliveries




• Acting as a key contact for drivers and customers, resolving any transport issues promptly




• Maintaining accurate records and reports on transport activities




• Promoting and upholding health & safety standards at all times

Skills & Experience:

• Strong knowledge of driver regulations (including WTD)




• Background in container transport and general haulage would be an advantage




• Understanding of European operations would be an advantage but not essential




• Proven ability to optimize transport routes and reduce empty miles




• Excellent communicator and confident decision-maker




• Skilled in using transport management systems and IT tools




• A CPC qualification is desirable but not essential