Transport Planner – Flexible Hours, Mon–Fri (Redhill)

GI Group Main Account; Redhill; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Gi Group are looking for a Transport Planner based in Redhill who will be responsible for the effective planning and coordination of vehicle movements, driver schedules, and delivery routes to ensure a safe, efficient transport operation.

Working Monday to Friday, 08:00am – 18:00pm (flexibility offered) at £13.00 per hour, this temp to perm role offers an on-site opportunity in Redhill and a chance to contribute to cost-effective transport management.

Qualifications

• Experience in transport planning, logistics, or fleet coordination.
• Good knowledge of the UK road network.
• Strong organisational and planning skills.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Experience using transport management systems (TMS).
• Experience in distribution or logistics environments.

Responsibilities

• Plan and schedule daily transport operations, ensuring efficient use of vehicles and drivers.
• Create and optimise delivery/collection routes to maximise efficiency and minimise costs.
• Monitor vehicle movements and respond to operational issues or delays.
• Liaise with drivers regarding schedules, route changes, and customer requirements.
• Maintain accurate transport records and planning documentation.
• Communicate with customer service to provide updates on delivery schedules.
• Work with warehouse, customer service, sales and operations to meet requirements.
• Investigate and resolve delivery issues and service failures.
• Support continuous improvements within the transport operation.
• Ensure adherence to all H&S requirements.
• Undertake any other tasks as required by the Company.

Skills

Transport planning

Logistics

Fleet coordination

UK road knowledge

Communication

Time management

Teamwork

Tools

TMS

Job description

Gi Group are looking for a Transport Planner based in Redhill who will be responsible for the effective planning and coordination of vehicle movements, driver schedules, and delivery routes to ensure a safe, efficient transport operation.

Working Monday to Friday, 08:00am – 18:00pm (flexibility offered) at £13.00 per hour, this temp to perm role offers an on-site opportunity in Redhill and a chance to contribute to cost-effective transport management.