Transport Planner/Coordinator

Kevin Theobald Employment Agency; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job description

We have two roles for clients based around Heathrow - Days and nights (Apply online only) and (Apply online only)

Transport Planner - Salary £35k plus overtime days and Nights

• An experienced person with the capability to plan & manage vehicles for Import collections and Export deliveries from Heathrow.
• Arrange ADHOC temperature-controlled collections under GDP compliance.
• Ability to adapt and embrace change while keeping calm in a pressured time driven environment.
• Needs to be familiar with DVSA, WTD, and UK legislation.
• To work as part of the transport team.
• To be flexible with working times and days, to be part of a shift operation.
• Needs to be able to communicate effectively at all levels, with a history of dealing with both internal and external customers.
• Proven history in freight forwarding with the ability to demonstrate their forward thinking attitude and how to compel others to follow the same.
• Needs to be a good problem solver and enjoy the challenge.

Transport Coordinator - Salary £ 40k plus overtime - Nights only

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Excellent customer service awareness and fulfilment.
• Excellent ability to problem-solve.
• Ability to cope with pressure and fast-paced change.
• Ability to work well, both individually and as part of a team.
• A good understanding of the transport industry and also driver legislation.
• An excellent command of both the UK and Continental European geography.
• Background knowledge in several modes of freight movement, particularly airfreight.
• Good IT skills with Office based software knowledge.
• Transport Planning: 2 years' experience required.
• EU to UK Customs and ETSF procedures: 1 year experience required.
• Air Cargo and HGV driver management: 2 years' experience preferred.
• Good communication skills, ability to work alone & as part of a team.
• Applicants should be of a clean & smart appearance.