Transport Planner 4/4 Days

Streamline Search; Stanford-le-Hope; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Life assurance 3x salary

Pension plan

Employee assistance programme

Job summary

Streamline Search is seeking a Transport Planner for the London Gateway depot. You will coordinate drivers, book UK port delivery slots, and use TOPS to log hours while monitoring ETAs and ensuring accurate POD matching. Strong UK geography knowledge and independent work style are essential for success.

The role offers 4 on, 4 off shifts (06:00-18:00) with a focus on reliable, timely freight operations and customer communication. A solid logistics background is required.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in transport operations is essential.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong knowledge of the UK geography and routes.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative.
• Solid problem-solving abilities and quick thinking.
• Highly organised and detail oriented with good time management.
• Flexible to meet changing business demands.
• Container handling experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate multiple drivers daily.
• Liaise directly with UK ports to book delivery slots.
• Use the TOPS transport system to record drivers' start and finish times.
• Monitor ETAs and ensure timely deliveries.
• Reroute jobs efficiently when required.
• Ensure all PODs are matched with corresponding jobs in the system.
• Communicate with customers regarding potential delays and updates.

Skills

Transport ops experience

Communication skills

UK geography knowledge

Independence

Problem-solving

Organised

Flexibility

Container experience

Tools

TOPS transport system

Job description

Transport Planner 4/4 Days - Position Overview

Our client is a market-leading provider of integrated road and rail freight logistics, offering a wide range of services including container transport and storage, domestic distribution, warehousing, freight management, and truck sales.

We are currently recruiting for a Transport Planner to join their busy depot at London Gateway. This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a well-established logistics company.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate multiple drivers daily
• Liaise directly with UK ports to book delivery slots
• Use the TOPS transport system to record drivers' start and finish times
• Monitor ETAs and ensure timely deliveries
• Reroute jobs efficiently when required
• Ensure all PODs (Proof of Deliveries) are accurately matched with corresponding jobs in the system
• Communicate with customers regarding potential delays and delivery updates

Requirements

• Proven experience in transport operations - essential
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Strong geographical knowledge of the UK
• Ability to work independently and take initiative
• Quick thinking with strong problem-solving skills
• Highly organised and detail-oriented
• Flexibility to meet business demands
• Container experience - desirable

Remuneration & Benefits

• Working Hours: 4 on, 4 off (06:00-18:00)
• Salary will be dependent on experience
• Annual bonus
• Life assurance - 3x salary from day one (up to age 66)
• Exclusive discounts on MSC cruises for you, your family, and friends
• Weekly Lottery - weekly chance to win 1,000 net
• Group personal pension plan
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Opportunity to join a highly reputable, market-leading logistics business