Transport Planner - Heavy Haulage

ZipRecruiter; Stratford-upon-Avon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a proactive Transport Planner to manage complex heavy haulage operations. This role involves planning and scheduling a fleet, ensuring compliance with STGO regulations, and liaising with local authorities for safe transport routes. Join a dynamic team where your expertise will contribute to large-scale transport projects, providing you with opportunities for career growth and professional development. If you have a strong background in transport planning and a customer-focused approach, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Benefits Package

Career Growth Opportunities

Professional Development

Qualifications

• Experience in planning and scheduling a multi-vehicle fleet.
• Strong knowledge of STGO regulations and abnormal load notifications.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and scheduling a cost-effective heavy haulage transport fleet.
• Coordinate with police for abnormal load escorts and maintain compliance.

Skills

Transport Planning

Scheduling Multi-Vehicle Fleet

STGO Regulations

Problem-Solving Skills

Communication Skills

Education

GCSEs in Maths & English

OLAT Training or Transport Manager CPC

Tools

Transport Planning Software

Job description

Job Description

Transport Planner (Heavy Haulage) | Warwickshire| Competitive Salary up to £40-50k

Are you an experienced Transport Planner with a background in heavy haulage? We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented professional to support the planning and execution of complex transport operations, ensuring compliance with STGO regulations and delivering exceptional service to customers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in planning and scheduling a cost-effective heavy haulage transport fleet.

• Prepare and submit STGO Category 3 route notifications, liaising with local authorities and structural owners to ensure safe and efficient routes.

• Coordinate with police forces to arrange cost-effective abnormal load escorts.

• Work closely with customers and internal teams to optimise fleet utilisation and reschedule work as needed.

• Brief and support heavy haulage and escort drivers, ensuring clear communication of job requirements.

• Oversee vehicle maintenance scheduling in coordination with workshops.

• Provide out-of-hours support on a rota basis for live projects.

• Maintain transport management system records and ensure compliance with health & safety standards.

What We're Looking For:

• Proven experience in planning and scheduling a multi-vehicle fleet.

• Strong knowledge of abnormal load route notifications and STGO regulations.

• IT proficiency and experience with transport planning software.

• Excellent problem-solving, organisational, and communication skills.

• Commercial awareness and a customer-focused approach.

Desirable Skills & Qualifications:

• OLAT Training or Transport Manager CPC.

• Familiarity with technical drawings.

• GCSEs or equivalent in Maths & English.

Why Apply?

• Competitive salary and benefits package.

• Opportunity to work on large-scale transport projects in a dynamic environment.

• Career growth and professional development opportunities.

If you're ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role in heavy haulage transport planning, apply now or get in touch for more details!