Transport Planner

White Recruitment; Manchester; On-site; GBP 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in general haulage is seeking an experienced Transport Planner for their Manchester location. This permanent role offers a competitive salary of up to £32,000 per annum, with responsibilities including managing drivers, compliance, route planning, and ensuring effective communication with customers. Ideal candidates will have a thorough understanding of UK transport regulations and excellent geographical knowledge.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a transport planner is essential.
• Knowledge of Tachographs, infringements, and WTDs required.
• Must have excellent geographical knowledge of the UK.

Responsibilities

• Manage and support a fleet of drivers daily.
• Monitor driver times and provide ETAs.
• Ensure compliance with transport legislation.

Skills

Legal compliance knowledge

Excellent UK geographical knowledge

Organised

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Transport Planner – Manchester – Up to £32, per annum!

Are you an experienced transport planner in general haulage looking for an exciting opportunity within a market leading company?

Job type: Permanent

Hours: 4 on/4 off days

Salary: Up to £32, per annum

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and support a fleet of drivers on a daily basis
• Monitoring driver times, progress, providing ETAs to ensure good time keeping
• Route planning
• Ensure compliance with all transport legislation and company policies
• Communicate effectively with customers regarding delays, changes or updates

Requirements:

• Previous experience as a transport planner
• Legal compliance knowledge – Tachographs, infringements, WTDs
• Excellent UK geographical knowledge
• Organised and able to work on own initiative