Transport Planner

Bennett & Game Recruitment LTD; Littlehampton; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension scheme

Medical and dental benefits

Employee assistance programme

Discounts with major retailers

Regular staff social events

Ongoing training and career support

Job summary

Bennett & Game Recruitment Ltd. in Littlehampton is seeking a Transport Planner to coordinate daily HGV deliveries and optimise routes. You will produce load plans, liaise with drivers and depots, and manage schedule changes to ensure smooth operations.

The role requires knowledge of UK transport rules, geography and strong organisational and communication skills. A CPC qualification is advantageous; join a team focused on efficiency and safety.

Qualifications

• Experience in HGV transport planning or coordination with knowledge of UK transport rules.
• Strong knowledge of UK geography and road networks with good organisation and communication.
• Proficiency in MS Office and transport planning systems; able to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate daily HGV deliveries and collections, ensuring efficient routes and vehicle utilisation.
• Produce daily load plans and coordinate stock with depots and warehouses.
• Liaise with drivers, customers, hauliers and internal teams for smooth delivery operations.
• Manage changes to schedules and resolve transport or operational issues.
• Monitor vehicle compliance, maintenance, transport costs and service performance.
• Support Transport Manager with reporting and improvements ensuring UK safety compliance.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

UK transport legislation knowledge

UK geography knowledge

MS Office

Transport planning systems

Proactive

Independent worker

Education

CPC qualification

Tools

MS Office

Transport planning software

Job description

Location: Littlehampton - West SussexSalary: £35,000 - £40,000 per annum Working Hours: 42.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday Our client is an established business specialising in the supply of products and solutions to the construction and infrastructure sectors.

Transport Planner Responsibilities:

• Planning and coordinating daily HGV deliveries and collections, ensuring efficient routes and vehicle utilisation.
• Producing daily load plans and coordinating stock availability with depots and warehouse teams.
• Liaising with drivers, customers, external hauliers and internal departments to ensure smooth delivery operations.
• Managing changes to delivery schedules and resolving any transport or operational issues.
• Monitoring vehicle compliance, maintenance schedules, transport costs and service performance.
• Supporting the Transport Manager with reporting, operational improvements and ensuring transport activities meet UK legislation and safety requirements.

Transport Planner Requirements:

• Previous experience in HGV Transport Planning or Transport Coordination, with a good understanding of UK transport legislation and compliance.
• Good knowledge of UK geography and road networks, with strong organisational and communication skills.
• Confident using Microsoft Office and transport planning systems, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and resolve operational challenges.
• A proactive, flexible approach with the ability to work independently and as part of a wider team.
• Previous HGV driving or delivery experience and a Manager CPC / National or International CPC qualification would be advantageous.
• Experience with construction site products, including water-filled barriers or timber hoarding, would also be beneficial.

Transport Planner Package

• £35,000 - £40,000 per annum.
• 5-hour working week, Monday to Friday.
• 30 days annual leave, including bank holidays.
• Additional annual leave entitlement for each year of service, up to five years.
• Company pension scheme.
• Medical and dental claims benefits.
• Employee assistance programme.
• Discounts with major retailers and service providers.
• Regular staff social events.
• Ongoing training, coaching and career development.