Transport Planner

Gotpeople; Welwyn Garden City; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company in Welwyn Garden City is seeking a proactive Night Transport Planner. This role involves managing night delivery operations, providing support to drivers, and ensuring all activities are safely executed. Ideal candidates will have experience in transport planning, strong organisational and communication skills, and the ability to work independently during night shifts. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Benefits

Onsite Parking

Company Pension Scheme

Development and Training Opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Transport Planner in a logistics environment preferred.
• Strong organisational skills and logical problem-solving approach.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• High attention to detail and accuracy under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Import and process delivery files accurately and efficiently.
• Plan and schedule deliveries for the local fleet.
• Support and guide night drivers during their shifts.
• Monitor routes and adjust plans for timely deliveries.
• Maintain accurate transport and delivery records.
• Ensure safety and legal compliance in transport activities.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Job description

Job Title: Night Transport Planner

Location: Welwyn Garden City

Employment Type: Full Time 40 Hour Working Week

Shift: Monday Friday 21 00

Salary: GBP30,000 to GBP31,000 Plus, a GBP140 per Month Attendance Bonus

Are you an experienced Transport Planner who thrives in a fast-paced logistics environment? My client are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Night Transport Planner to join the dynamic team

Role Overview

As a Night Transport Planner, you ll be the heartbeat of our night operations making sure deliveries are planned, drivers are supported, and everything runs like clockwork while the rest of the world sleeps. You ll manage nightly delivery schedules, coordinate with our fleet, and keep communication flowing between the transport team and drivers. This role s perfect for someone who s organised, cool under pressure, and takes pride in precision and teamwork.

Key Responsibilities

Include, but are not limited to:

• Importing and processing delivery files accurately and efficiently.
• Planning and scheduling deliveries for the local fleet.
• Acting as the primary point of contact for night drivers, providing support and guidance throughout their shift.
• Monitoring routes, adjusting plans to address operational issues as they arise and ensure all deliveries are on time.
• Maintaining accurate transport and delivery records and ensuring smooth handover to the day shift.
• Ensuring all transport activities are carried out safely and in line with company and legal requirements.

Essential Criteria

• Previous experience as a Transport Planner, ideally within a logistics or haulage environment.
• Strong organisational skills with a proactive and logical approach to problem-solving.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy under pressure.Ability to work independently and make decisions confidently during night operations.

Desirable Criteria

• Familiarity with transport planning systems or scheduling software.
• Knowledge of local and regional routes.
• Prior experience working on night shifts within a transport or logistics environment.

Benefits

• Onsite Parking
• Company Pension Scheme
• Development and Training Opportunities