Transport Planner -4/4off Days

Owens Group UK; Wrexham; On-site; GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in Wrexham is seeking a Transport Planner. The successful candidate will efficiently plan routes and schedule deliveries while ensuring compliance and first-class customer service. Experience in a similar role and strong problem-solving skills are essential. CPC qualification is a plus. This position offers a competitive salary of £30,000 with a shift pattern of 4 on 4 off from 6 am to 6 pm.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role.
• CPC qualification desirable.
• Experience in Traffic Management and VOSA Compliance.

Responsibilities

• Plan routes and schedule deliveries efficiently.
• Maintain excellent communication with customers.
• Monitor driver compliance and communication.

Skills

Problem-solving

Logical thinking

Excellent communication

Computer proficiency (Stirling and Excel)

Team-oriented attitude

Education

CPC qualification

Relevant job-specific qualifications

Tools

Stirling

Excel

Job description

Owens Group is a rapidly growing, multisite organization with a diverse customer base, presenting an exciting opportunity.

Owens Group is seeking to recruit a Transport Planner.

Shifts available:

• 4 on 4 off Days - 6am to 6pm

Salary: £30,000.00

The Transport Planner will be responsible for the timely planning of routes and scheduling deliveries to ensure first-class customer service in a cost-effective manner.

Responsibilities and Duties:

Key Accountabilities

• Perform tasks largely unsupervised, adhering to cost and quality standards.
• Plan ahead for tasks and resources; liaise with internal and external customers to resolve issues.
• Collect, analyze, and distribute information/data.
• Provide professional advice internally and externally.
• Develop relationships with external customers.
• Ensure levels of support service are maintained.
• Prioritize and coordinate workloads.
• Complete tasks on time and to quality standards.
• Aim for no customer complaints and work within budgets.
• Establish effective working partnerships with customers and colleagues.
• Deliver timely advice and demonstrate competence and respect.
• Practice safe working procedures.

Specific Key Accountabilities

• Coordinate with customers, suppliers, drivers, and traffic desks to plan routes and schedule deliveries for smooth operations.
• Prioritize workload, conduct driver briefings and de-briefings.
• Communicate with other depots within the company.
• Monitor driver communication and compliance.
• Organize schedules, journeys, and loads efficiently.
• Proactively reduce late deliveries and missed time slots.
• Work flexibly and make quick decisions.
• Maintain excellent communication skills across all levels.
• Use computer systems such as Stirling and Excel proficiently.
• Understand current transport regulations.
• Possess good geographical knowledge.
• Arrange driver agency staffing as needed.
• Monitor compliance and work with drivers and compliance teams to eliminate infringements.
• Ensure all drivers are aware of SAFED and contribute to safety achievements.
• Take responsibility for employee health and safety.
• Ensure vehicle and trailer availability for compliance and inspections.
• Provide general support to management as required.

Qualifications and Experience

• Experience in a similar role.
• CPC qualification is desirable but not essential.
• Relevant job-specific qualifications preferred.
• Experience in Traffic Management and VOSA Compliance.
• Strong problem-solving and logical thinking skills.
• Ability to work independently, managing time and priorities under tight deadlines.

Skills

• Proficiency in computer skills, especially Stirling (desirable) and Excel.
• Excellent communication skills for interaction at all levels.
• Good geographical knowledge.
• Team-oriented with a flexible, 'Can Do' attitude.