Transport Planner – Fleet Optimisation & Growth

Four Squared Recruitment Ltd; Essex; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Final-salary pension

Life scheme discounts

Health cash plans

Flexible working policies

Job summary

Four Squared Recruitment Ltd is seeking a Transport Planner for a client based at London Gateway. You will plan the fleet, maximise utilisation and ensure customer satisfaction while keeping health and safety a priority.

Key requirements include knowledge of tachograph regulations, strong organisational and IT skills, and experience with TOPS, Destin8 and VBS systems. The role offers a permanent full-time contract with 45 hours per week and weekend rota.

Qualifications

• Proven transport planning experience.
• Strong organisational and IT skills.
• Good communication abilities and knowledge of regulatory requirements.
• Familiar with TOPS, Destin8, and VBS systems.

Responsibilities

• Produce a daily Transport Plan in line with customer orders and expectations.
• Utilise vehicles effectively to maximise daily revenue.
• Provide new work quotations and negotiate subcontractor rates.
• Induct and coordinate subcontractors to company standards.
• Attend planning meetings and ensure cost-efficient plans.
• Maintain accurate updates in systems and ensure high customer service.

Skills

Transport planning

IT skills

Geographical knowledge

Communication skills

Regulatory knowledge

Tools

TOPS

Destin8

VBS Systems

Job description

Four Squared Recruitment Ltd is seeking a Transport Planner for a client based at London Gateway. You will plan the fleet, maximise utilisation and ensure customer satisfaction while keeping health and safety a priority.

Key requirements include knowledge of tachograph regulations, strong organisational and IT skills, and experience with TOPS, Destin8 and VBS systems. The role offers a permanent full-time contract with 45 hours per week and weekend rota.