Transport Planner

Fifth Wheel Recruitment; Runcorn; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary £38k-£40k

Immediate start

Weekly pay

Overtime opportunities

Temp-to-perm after 12 weeks

On-site parking

Training opportunities

Job summary

Fifth Wheel Recruitment is seeking a Transport Planner in Runcorn to plan multi-drop routes, allocate drivers and coordinate schedules. You will monitor performance, ensure compliance with legislation and company policies, and communicate with drivers, customers and internal teams.

The role offers 12-week temp-to-perm progression, a salary of £38,000–£40,000 per annum, Monday–Friday shifts, and on-site facilities including free parking and training opportunities.

Qualifications

• 12-24 months experience in a similar, fast-paced role.
• Good understanding of Drivers' Hours and Working Time Directive regulations.
• UK resident able to travel to and from the site independently (visa sponsorship and relocation support not offered).

Responsibilities

• Plan efficient multi-drop delivery routes to maximise productivity and customer satisfaction.
• Allocate drivers to daily delivery schedules, ensuring optimal use of resources.
• Coordinate and manage daily transport planning to meet operational deadlines.
• Communicate with drivers, customers and internal teams to provide updates and resolve transport queries.
• Monitor route performance and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and service levels.
• Ensure all transport operations comply with relevant legislation, company policies and industry standards.

Skills

Route planning

Driver coordination

Knowledge of WTD regulations

Job description

Job Title: Transport Planner

Location: Runcorn

Pay Rate: £38,000 to £40,000 per annum

Contract Type: 12 weeks Temp to Perm

Shifts: Monday to Friday

Experience Required: 12-24 months

Role Overview

Transport Planner responsible for planning multi-drop routes, allocating drivers, coordinating schedules, communicating with drivers and customers, monitoring performance, and ensuring compliance with legislation and company policies.

Responsibilities

• Plan efficient multi-drop delivery routes to maximise productivity and customer satisfaction.
• Allocate drivers to daily delivery schedules, ensuring optimal use of resources.
• Coordinate and manage daily transport planning to meet operational deadlines.
• Communicate with drivers, customers and internal teams to provide updates and resolve transport queries.
• Monitor route performance and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and service levels.
• Ensure all transport operations comply with relevant legislation, company policies and industry standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 12-24 months experience in a similar, fast-paced role.
• Good understanding of Drivers' Hours and Working Time Directive regulations.
• UK resident able to travel to and from the site independently (visa sponsorship and relocation support not offered).

Benefits

• Competitive salary £38,000 to £40,000 per annum.
• Immediate start.
• Weekly pay every Friday.
• Overtime opportunities.
• Full-time hours available.
• Free training and upskilling opportunities.
• Temp-to-perm opportunities after 12 weeks.
• Clean, well-equipped facilities with comfortable break areas, vending machines, and free secure on-site parking.
• Friendly and supportive transport team.