Transport Planner 4/4 Days

Streamline Search Ltd; Stanford-le-Hope; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Life assurance - 3x salary (up to 66)

Exclusive discounts on MSC cruises for

Weekly Lottery - £1,000 net

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Streamline Search Ltd is actively seeking a Transport Planner for a client-based depôt in Stanford-le-Hope, England. The role offers 4 on, 4 off shifts from 06:00 to 18:00 and a salary range of GBP 30,000–GBP 40,000 per annum, plus an annual bonus.

You will coordinate drivers, liaise with UK ports to book slots, track ETAs, and ensure PODs align with jobs, with strong emphasis on accuracy and timely communication with customers.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in transport operations.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong geographical knowledge of the UK.
• Independent and proactive with initiative.
• Highly organised and detail-oriented.
• Flexible to meet business demands.
• Working Hours: 4 on, 4 off (06:00-18:00).
• Salary will be dependent on experience and annual bonus.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate multiple drivers daily.
• Liaise with UK ports to book delivery slots.
• Record drivers' start and finish times in TOPS.
• Monitor ETAs and ensure timely deliveries.
• Reroute jobs efficiently when required.
• Match PODs with corresponding jobs in the system.
• Communicate delivery delays and updates to customers.

Skills

Transport operations

Communication skills

UK geography

Independent work

Problem solving

Organisation

TOPS system

Tools

TOPS transport system

Job description

Transport Planner 4/4 Days (CL3388) Stanford-Le-Hope, England

Salary: GBP30000 - GBP40000 per annum

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
• 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
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Opportunity to join a highly reputable, market-leading logistics business