Transport Planner

ERS Recruiting Ltd; West Hyde; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a proactive Transport Planner to join a team in Watford. The successful candidate will plan daily transport operations, communicate effectively with drivers and subcontractors, and ensure compliance with transport regulations. Strong organisational skills and knowledge of UK transport legislation are essential. This role offers a competitive salary of £35-40K.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in transport planning desirable.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and solve problems effectively.

Responsibilities

• Plan and schedule daily transport operations.
• Communicate with customers, drivers, and subcontractors.
• Monitor delivery progress and address operational issues.
• Support drivers with route planning and documentation.
• Ensure compliance with transport legislation.

Skills

Organisational skills

Time management

Excellent communication

Problem-solving

Knowledge of UK road transport regulations

Job description

TRANSPORT PLANNER – Excellent career opportunity – RICKMANSWORTH – Highly competitive salary depending on experience circa £35‑40K

About the Role

Our client is seeking a proactive and organised Transport Planner to join their team in Watford. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong communication and planning skills who thrives in a busy environment.

As a Transport Planner, you will be responsible for planning daily activities, liaising closely with drivers and subcontractors, and ensuring a smooth and efficient operation that meets customers' requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and schedule daily transport operations to ensure timely deliveries and collections.
• Communicate effectively with customers, drivers, and subcontractors to coordinate transport plans.
• Monitor delivery progress and address any operational issues or delays.
• Support drivers with route planning, documentation, and day‑to‑day queries.
• Provide excellent customer service by keeping clients informed and managing expectations.
• Ensure compliance with transport legislation and company policies.
• Maintain accurate records of transport activities, costs, and performance.

Skills & Experience

• Previous experience in transport planning desirable.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication.
• Ability to work under pressure and solve problems effectively.
• Knowledge of UK road transport regulations and geography is advantageous.

Should this excellent Transport Planner role be of interest to you, then please submit your CV to Anna Maguire.

Whilst we will endeavour to contact you following your response, occasionally due to the high volume of applications this cannot always be possible, and we are only able to contact shortlisted candidates. We will keep your details on file and may contact you with future opportunities.