Transport Planner

Interaction Recruitment; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is searching for an experienced Transport Planner to join a team in Lincoln. Responsibilities include scheduling routes, monitoring transport operations, liaising with stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate has a strong background in transport planning, excellent communication skills, and proficiency in transport management systems. This full-time permanent role offers competitive salary and benefits, emphasizing career development and a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary and company benefits

Pension scheme

Career development and training opportunities

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Previous experience in transport planning or logistics coordination.
• Strong knowledge of UK road networks and transport regulations.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and schedule routes for drivers and vehicles.
• Monitor transport operations to ensure timely deliveries.
• Liaise with drivers, customers, and internal teams to resolve issues.
• Ensure compliance with legal requirements.
• Optimize routes to reduce costs and improve efficiency.

Skills

Transport planning

Knowledge of UK road networks

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Proficiency in transport management systems

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Title

Transport Planner

Interaction Recruitment

Interaction Recruitment

Location

Lincoln

Contract Type

Full-time Permanent

Hours 09:00 - 17:00 Monday - Friday

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced and highly organized Transport Planner to join our Clients team. You will be responsible for planning and coordinating transport operations to ensure efficient, cost-effective, and compliant delivery of goods.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and schedule routes for drivers and vehicles.
• Monitor transport operations to ensure timely deliveries.
• Liaise with drivers, customers, and internal teams to resolve issues.
• Ensure compliance with legal requirements, including driver hours and vehicle maintenance.
• Optimize routes to reduce costs and improve efficiency.
• Maintain accurate records and produce reports as required.

Requirements

• Previous experience in transport planning or logistics coordination.
• Strong knowledge of UK road networks and transport regulations.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in transport management systems and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and company benefits.
• Pension scheme.
• Career development and training opportunities.
• Supportive team environment.

How to Apply

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