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Transport Planner

Allstaff

Scotland

On-site

GBP 29,000 - 35,000

Full time

4 days ago
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Job summary

A logistics recruitment agency is looking for a Transport Planner / Plant Hire Desk Administrator to coordinate transport requirements across Scotland. The ideal candidate will have experience in transport planning and knowledge of UK regulations. This full-time, permanent role offers a competitive salary of up to £35,000 and opportunities for career development in a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary
Pension scheme
Career development opportunities
Supportive team environment

Qualifications

  • Previous experience in transport planning, logistics, or plant hire.
  • Ability to prioritise in a fast-paced environment.
  • Confident with MS Office and transport systems.

Responsibilities

  • Plan daily transport requirements for plant and equipment.
  • Monitor vehicle telematics for compliance and efficiency.
  • Liaise with suppliers and site teams for deliveries.

Skills

Transport planning experience
Organisational skills
Knowledge of UK transport regulations
Excellent communication skills
IT literacy
Problem-solving

Tools

MS Office
Transport/plant hire systems
Job description
Overview

Allstaff Logistics Division are delighted to bring to the market the role of Transport Planner / Plant Hire Desk Administrator for well established company in East Renfrewshire.

This is a permanent role based fully on site with hours of work of Monday–Thursday 7am–4pm or 8am–5pm; Friday finish at 3pm.

Role Overview

We are seeking an organised and proactive Transport Planner / Plant Hire Desk Administrator. The role will involve coordinating the internal hire and movement of HGV’s, commercial vehicles and equipment, while ensuring legal compliance, cost efficiency, and excellent service to projects across Scotland.

Key Responsibilities
  • Plan and coordinate daily transport requirements for plant and equipment across multiple sites.
  • Allocate and record hires of commercial vehicle fleet usage
  • Monitor vehicle telematics for utilisation, efficiency and compliance
  • Liaise with suppliers, hauliers, and site teams to arrange external hires and deliveries if required
  • Monitor driver hours, vehicle checks, and compliance with UK transport legislation.
  • Provide strong communication links between sites, the plant yard, and head office.
  • Use internal software to ensure all hires are allocated and charged correctly
  • Support sustainability initiatives by promoting efficient commercial vehicle use and minimising unnecessary transport.
Skills & Experience
  • Previous experience in transport planning, logistics, or plant hire (construction sector desirable).
  • Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise in a fast-paced environment.
  • Knowledge of UK transport regulations and operator compliance.
  • Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
  • IT literacy – confident with MS Office and transport/plant hire systems.
  • A team player with a proactive, problem-solving approach.
What We Offer
  • Competitive salary (negotiable depending on experience).
  • Pension scheme and company benefits.
  • Opportunity to develop within a respected and growing civil engineering contractor.
  • A supportive team environment with long-term career prospects.
  • Salary: Up to £35,000 depending on experience

Allstaff is operating as an Employment Agency for the supply of Permanent and Contract staff employed directly by the hirer. By sending your CV you are consenting to Allstaff processing your personal data for the purposes of providing work finding services, including processing using software solution providers and back-office support.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Work Location: In person

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