Transport Planner - Containers

Strive Supply Chain; England; On-site; GBP 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global freight company in Portsmouth is looking for an experienced Container Transport Planner. You will be responsible for planning container movements and ensuring efficient operations. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in container haulage planning and strong knowledge of port operations. Salary is up to £38k with excellent benefits including additional leave, company pension, and life insurance.

Benefits

Additional leave

Company pension

Cycle to work scheme

Free parking

Life insurance

On-site parking

Sick pay

Qualifications

• Proven experience in container haulage planning.
• Strong knowledge of port operations and regional transport routes.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient IT skills; experience using TOPS is a strong advantage.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and make sound operational decisions.
• Flexibility to participate in an on-call rota.

Responsibilities

• Plan and allocate daily container haulage work across the company fleet.
• Proactively forward-plan workloads to maximise efficiency and customer satisfaction.
• Communicate effectively with drivers, customers, and subcontractors.
• Manage delays and operational issues in a professional, solution-focused manner.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records using transport management systems and digital tools.
• Occasionally required to assist with general haulage.

Skills

Container haulage planning

Knowledge of port operations

Excellent communication skills

Proficient IT skills

Ability to remain calm under pressure

Tools

TOPS

Job description

Container Transport Planner

Up to £38k + Bonus + Excellent Benefits

Portsmouth - PO1 4QY

Our client is a leading, global multi-modal freight company. We are delighted to assist them in their search for an experienced Transport Planner professional as they look to add to the planning team.

As a deep water cargo terminal close to the main shipping channels, the site is ideally positioned to handle goods from ship to shore and beyond. Located within Portsmouth International Port with direct access to the national motorway network, they are the first choice for customers looking for an efficient and cost-effective cargo handling and stevedore service. Fresh produce is the core business, from pineapples, sweet potatoes, and citrus to tomatoes, not to mention the majority of bananas eaten in the UK!

They need an experienced and highly organised Transport Planner (Containers) to join the busy operations team in Portsmouth. This is a pivotal role within the transport department, ensuring the efficient planning and coordination of container movements across the South, with occasional involvement at London Gateway.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and allocate daily container haulage work across the company fleet.
• Proactively forward-plan workloads to maximise efficiency and customer satisfaction.
• Communicate effectively with drivers, customers, and subcontractors.
• Manage delays and operational issues in a professional, solution‑focused manner.
• Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date records using transport management systems and digital tools.
• Occasionally required to assist with general haulage.

Essential Requirements

• Proven experience in container haulage planning.
• Strong knowledge of port operations and regional transport routes.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient IT skills; experience using TOPS is a strong advantage.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and make sound operational decisions.
• Flexibility to participate in an on‑call rota.

Pay

£38,000.00 per year

Benefits

• Additional leave
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free parking
• Life insurance
• On‑site parking
• Sick pay

Experience

• Container haulage planning: 1 year (required)

Work Location

In person

This is a fantastic opportunity - we look forward to your application.