Transport Planner - 4 On 4 Off

WR Logistics; Motherwell; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Permanent position

4-on 4-off shifts

Job summary

WR Logistics in Motherwell is seeking an experienced Transport Planner to route company-owned vehicles across the UK, plan and optimise UK-wide routes, and ensure regulatory compliance. This permanent role operates on 4-on, 4-off day shifts with start times between 05:00 and 19:00.

You will coordinate with drivers, keep customers informed, and negotiate transport costs, with a base salary of £33,000-£36,000 plus a £7,000 car allowance after probation, taking total package to £40,000-£43,000.

Qualifications

• Experience planning UK-wide vehicle routes and routing company-owned vehicles.
• Knowledge of Working Time Directive and drivers hours regulations.
• Excellent UK geography and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and optimise UK-wide vehicle routes cost-effectively.
• Ensure compliance with Working Time Directive (WTD) and drivers' hours regulations.
• Keep customers informed and ensure excellent service.
• Complete transport administration, costing and contractor rate negotiations.
• Work closely with management to ensure vehicles meet company standards and compliance requirements.

Skills

Transport planning

Route optimisation

UK geography knowledge

Communication skills

Customer service

Job description

TRANSPORT PLANNER - MOTHERWELL

£33,000-£36,000 + £7,000 Car Allowance After Probation | Total Package up to £43,000

Permanent | 4 On, 4 Off | Day Shifts

Are you an experienced TRANSPORT PLANNER looking for your next opportunity with a well-established transport company?

Our client is looking for a skilled TRANSPORT PLANNER to join their team in Motherwell, routing company-owned vehicles across the UK.

Container transport experience would be ideal and will attract the most competitive salary! Experience in other areas of transport is also welcomed, with opportunities to develop your skills across different transport types.

The Role

• Plan and optimise UK-wide vehicle routes cost-effectively.
• Ensure compliance with Working Time Directive (WTD) and drivers' hours regulations.
• Keep customers informed and ensure excellent service.
• Complete transport administration, costing and contractor rate negotiations.
• Work closely with management to ensure vehicles meet company standards and compliance requirements.

What We're Looking For

• Strong transport planning and route optimisation experience.
• Container transport experience highly desirable.
• Excellent UK geographical knowledge.
• Strong communication, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• A proactive approach to planning and customer service.

What's on Offer?

• £33,000-£36,000 basic salary, depending on experience.
• £7,000 car allowance after successful completion of probation, taking the total package to £40,000-£43,000.
• Permanent position with an established transport business.
• 4-on, 4-off day shifts: 05:00-17:00, 06:00-18:00 or 07:00-19:00.
• Opportunities to broaden your experience across multiple transport operations.

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