Transport Planner

Enva; Northfleet; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Enva is seeking an experienced Transport Planner for their Northfleet site. The role includes planning efficient transport routes for the vehicle fleet to maximize waste collection while adhering to legal requirements and customer service standards. Candidates should have strong geographical knowledge, experience with routing software, and exemplary communication skills. Enva offers competitive salaries, career opportunities, and a supportive work environment focused on growth and sustainability.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Increasing holiday allowance with service

Company pension scheme

Enhanced family friendly policies

Employee Assistance Program

Lifestyle & Leisure Discounts

Employee Life Insurance

Bike2Work scheme

Free on-site parking

Holiday Purchase Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in transport planning and route optimization.
• Proven track record in producing KPIs and reports.
• Ability to meet customer expectations effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day transport planning operations.
• Produce daily KPIs to evaluate volumes and efficiencies.
• Plan effective routes to meet SLAs.

Skills

Geographical knowledge of mainland UK

Planning using automated routing TMS software

Customer service experience

Understanding of Operator Licence obligations

Producing KPIs and reports

Excellent communication skills

Strong numerical skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving ability

PC and technical knowledge

Tools

Paragon

Optrak

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Application Deadline: 18 July 2025

Department: Transport

Location: Northfleet

Description

We are recruiting for an experienced Transport Planner at our site in Northfleet.

The ideal candidate will be able to effectively and efficiently plan day to day routes for Enva Lubricants & Batteries vehicle fleet, to maximise waste volumes collected and minimise operational costs. Using planning software and own knowledge, produce routes which are achievable / feasible whilst maximising resource utilisation and considering legal restrictions. Plan effective routes to meet customer expectations and service level agreements (SLAs).

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day transport planning operations ensuring operational and customer requirements are met to agreed parameters.
• Production of daily KPIs to show volumes and efficiencies.
• Conduct planning assessments including performance reviews to highlight potential operational improvements.
• Assist in the review and development of the company transport strategy to incorporate growth.
• Support the Fleet Compliance Manager with regard to vehicle maintenance and driver training requirements in line with the company Operator licence requirements (Eg: vehicles are presented for service on the correct dates as required by the service planner).
• Produce and review all driver schedules and collection paperwork on a daily basis.
  
  

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Required

• Good geographical knowledge of mainland UK.
• Experience of planning using automated routing TMS software such as Paragon, Optrak or similar.
• Customer service experience / experience of meeting customer expectations.
• An understanding of Operator Licence obligations and regulations.
• Experience of producing KPIs and reports on a regular basis.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong telephone manner.
• Exceptional numerical skills.
• Keen eye for detail.
• Positive and motivated with flexible and adaptable attitude.
• Problem solving and solution focussed ability.
• Well organised and self-disciplined with the ability to work quickly and calmly under pressure.
• Good interpersonal skills with the ability to develop effective and positive working relationships within and outside of the department.
• Must demonstrate high levels of integrity and adopt a professional approach in all interactions – should be transparent, open, and honest in all dealings.
• Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing situations and / or systems.
• A flexible attitude to the team’s work, including a willingness to reprioritise and undertake additional tasks if required.
• Strong PC and technical knowledge and skills with a good working knowledge of the Microsoft packages including Word and Excel.

Desirable

• Experience working within waste industry most desirable, however, alternate industries with relevant experience will be considered.
  
  

Why Work For Enva?

Enva is committed to providing more than just jobs, we want to grow our business by offering career paths that match the aspirations of the talent that is increasingly aware of the need to protect the planet we all share. For the right candidates, the possibilities are truly endless and we will offer all the support, training and benefits you need to help you realise your true potential.

Examples of Company Benefits:

• A competitive salary in a growing company committed to our people.
• A competitive holiday allowance which will increase with length of service.
• Company pension scheme.
• Enhanced family friendly policies.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Lifestyle & Leisure Discounts: Discounts for gym, leisure, cinema, shopping and many more…
• Employee Life Insurance.
• Bike2Work scheme.
• Free on-site parking.
• Holiday Purchase Scheme