Transport Planner

VanRath; Newry; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A major logistics company is seeking a Transport Planner for a full-time role in Newry. The successful candidate will provide administrative support, assist with scheduling and compliance documentation, and communicate with drivers and customers. A minimum of 1 year of experience in administration, ideally in transport or logistics, is required. A competitive salary and benefits package are offered.

Benefits

Fantastic Benefits package

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of administrative experience, ideally in transport or logistics.
• Reliable, trustworthy, and capable of working independently.
• A proactive team player with a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily administrative support to the transport team.
• Assist in scheduling drivers, vehicles, and deliveries.
• Maintain accurate records of driver hours and compliance documents.
• Support route planning and resource allocation.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Job description

Overview

VANRATH are assisting with the recruitment of a Transport Planner for a major company. This is a Full-time position. Permanent position - Position of work is Newry.

Salary: Negotiable + Fantastic Benefits package

Key Responsibilities

• Provide daily administrative support to the transport team.
• Assist in scheduling drivers, vehicles, and deliveries.
• Maintain accurate records of driver hours, vehicle checks, and compliance documents.
• Support route planning and resource allocation.
• Communicate with drivers, customers, and colleagues to resolve queries efficiently.
• Ensure adherence to legal, safety, and company standards.
• Prepare reports and manage digital systems.

About You

• Minimum 1 year of admin experience, ideally in transport or logistics.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Confident communicator, comfortable interacting at all levels.
• Able to manage multiple priorities under pressure.
• Reliable, trustworthy, and capable of working independently.
• A proactive team player with a positive attitude.

For further information on this vacancy, or any other jobs in Belfast or wider Northern Ireland, please apply via the link below or contact Jack Groves in the strictest confidence.

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