Transport Planner – HGV Routes & Compliance

Cantello Tayler Recruitment; Thatcham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in the UK is seeking an experienced Transport Planner to manage daily operations of HGV transport. The ideal candidate should have proven experience in transport planning, strong organisational skills, and an understanding of UK transport regulations. This hands-on role involves planning and scheduling, ensuring safe and efficient operations while maintaining compliance. The role offers a competitive salary and requires a driver for transportation to the location.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in transport planning or supervision within a logistics or haulage environment.
• Strong understanding of HGV operations and UK road transport regulations.
• Excellent organisational, analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule and manage daily transport operations for HGV drivers and vehicles.
• Ensure all collections and deliveries are completed safely, efficiently and on time.
• Utilise transport management and CRM software for route planning and job tracking.

Skills

Transport planning experience

Strong organisational skills

Problem-solving ability

Excellent communication

Tools

Transport management software

CRM software

Job description

A recruitment agency in the UK is seeking an experienced Transport Planner to manage daily operations of HGV transport. The ideal candidate should have proven experience in transport planning, strong organisational skills, and an understanding of UK transport regulations. This hands-on role involves planning and scheduling, ensuring safe and efficient operations while maintaining compliance. The role offers a competitive salary and requires a driver for transportation to the location.