Transport Planner

Workforce Staffing Ltd; Worcester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics staffing agency is seeking an experienced Transport Planner in Worcester. The role involves planning efficient routes, coordinating fleet activities, and ensuring compliance with transport regulations. Ideal candidates must have experience in transport coordination, excellent communication, and organizational skills, and be flexible to work rotating shifts. A competitive salary between GBP30,000 and GBP35,000 is offered based on experience.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Structured logistics operation environment

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Transport Planner or in a similar coordination role.
• Strong understanding of warehouse operations and the transport-warehouse interface.
• Knowledge of driver hours, legal compliance, and WTD regulations.

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule and optimise daily routes for deliveries.
• Assign loads to drivers according to legal and customer requirements.
• Monitor fleet progress and respond to any delays.

Skills

Transport Planner experience

Warehouse operations knowledge

Driver hours compliance understanding

Route planning tools experience

Excellent communication skills

Organisational skills

Problem-solving skills

Adaptability to operational changes

Tools

TMS systems

Job description

Job Title: Transport Planner

Location: Worcester

Salary: GBP30,000 GBP35,000

Shifts: Rotating shifts (days & nights)

Overview

We are looking for an experienced Transport Planner with a strong background in both transport and warehouse operations. The successful candidate will be responsible for planning efficient routes, coordinating fleet activity, and supporting smooth warehouse-to-transport workflow. This is a rotating shift role, so flexibility to work both days and nights is essential.

Key Responsibilities

Transport Planning & Coordination

• Plan, schedule and optimise daily routes to ensure timely and cost-effective deliveries
• Assign loads to drivers in line with legal requirements, fleet capability and customer needs
• Monitor fleet progress using tracking systems and respond to delays or issues
• Ensure compliance with driver hours, WTD, and all relevant transport legislation

Operational & Warehouse Integration

• Work closely with warehouse teams to manage load planning, dispatch accuracy and turnaround times
• Coordinate vehicle loading, departure, and arrival schedules
• Communicate clearly with warehouse supervisors to maintain workflow efficiency

Communication & Administration

• Provide clear instructions to drivers and ensure all job details are communicated accurately
• Maintain accurate records, delivery notes, manifests, and system updates
• Liaise with customers regarding delivery times, delays, or queries
• Escalate issues and provide operational updates to management

Skills & Experience Required

• Previous experience as a Transport Planner or similar transport coordination role
• Strong understanding of warehouse operations and the transport warehouse interface
• Knowledge of driver hours, legal compliance, and WTD
• Experience working with route planning tools or TMS systems
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to operational changes
• Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive mindset
• Flexible and willing to work rotating day and night shifts

Hours & Shifts

• Rotating shift pattern including days and nights
• Flexibility required to meet operational needs

Salary & Benefits

• GBP30,000 GBP35,000 depending on experience
• Opportunity to work within a growing and well-structured logistics operation
• Career development and internal progression opportunities