Transport planner

ZipRecruiter; Liverpool City Region; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company in sustainable building solutions as a Transport Planner. You'll manage logistics operations, ensuring compliance and efficiency in fleet movements. This role requires strong planning and organizational skills to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Competitive Salary, plus bonus

22 days holiday + local bank holidays

Pension

Modern office with latest equipment

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of fleet operations and transport compliance.
• Detail-driven and proactive professional.

Responsibilities

• Plan daily vehicle movements for efficient transport operations.
• Coordinate driver rotas and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Maintain accurate transport records and reporting tools.

Skills

Planning

Organization

Communication

Education

Transport Managers CPC

IOSH Managing Safely

Job description

Job Description

About Holcim

We are leaders in supplying innovative, sustainable building solutions to the UK construction industry; building progress for people and the planet. Since 1858, we've helped shape the UK, powering the construction of homes and hospitals, roads and railways, schools and cities alike. Our mission is to make sustainable construction a reality through purposeful action that tackles real carbon and climate challenges. We are dedicated to helping Britain grow and thrive by doing the right thing, doing it together, and making a difference.

Holcim UK Company Benefits

• Competitive Salary, plus bonus
• 22 days holiday + your local bank holidays
• Pension
• Modern office, recently renovated with the latest equipment

The Opportunity

Join Land Recovery Rail as part of Holcim as a Transport Planner, where you'll be at the heart of our logistics operations. In this fast-paced and safety-focused role, you'll be responsible for planning fleet movements, coordinating driver schedules, and ensuring full compliance with transport legislation.

If you're organised, forward-thinking, and passionate about operational excellence, this is your chance to make a meaningful impact in the transport and construction logistics sector.

Key Responsibilities

1. Plan daily vehicle movements to deliver efficient, cost-effective, and compliant transport operations.
2. Coordinate driver rotas, ensuring adherence to Working Time Regulations and operational requirements.
3. Support the implementation and ongoing compliance with FORS (Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme).
4. Monitor tachograph data and manage driver infringements with appropriate follow-up actions.
5. Work closely with the Health & Safety Manager to promote and maintain a strong safety culture.
6. Ensure vocational driver qualifications and CPCs are kept up to date and aligned with operational needs.
7. Manage the reporting and resolution of vehicle defects, working alongside the Maintenance Manager.
8. Contribute to driver development by supporting inductions, training plans, and briefings.
9. Maintain accurate transport records, systems, and reporting tools.

Who You Are

You're a detail-driven and proactive professional with a passion for logistics and people management. With a strong understanding of fleet operations and transport compliance, you thrive under pressure and have a knack for solving operational challenges quickly and efficiently.

Background

In transport or logistics planning, preferably with knowledge of HGV and low loader/tipper operations. Strong planning, organisation, and communication skills with an analytical mindset.

Qualifications

• Transport Managers CPC
• IOSH Managing Safely (or willingness to obtain)

We are committed to building a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. You will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, age, disability, or expression.