Transport Planner — HGV Routes & Load Planning

Bennett & Game Recruitment Ltd.; Littlehampton; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension scheme

Medical and dental benefits

Employee assistance programme

Discounts with major retailers

Regular staff social events

Ongoing training and career support

Job summary

Bennett & Game Recruitment Ltd. in Littlehampton is seeking a Transport Planner to coordinate daily HGV deliveries and optimise routes. You will produce load plans, liaise with drivers and depots, and manage schedule changes to ensure smooth operations.

The role requires knowledge of UK transport rules, geography and strong organisational and communication skills. A CPC qualification is advantageous; join a team focused on efficiency and safety.

Qualifications

• Experience in HGV transport planning or coordination with knowledge of UK transport rules.
• Strong knowledge of UK geography and road networks with good organisation and communication.
• Proficiency in MS Office and transport planning systems; able to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate daily HGV deliveries and collections, ensuring efficient routes and vehicle utilisation.
• Produce daily load plans and coordinate stock with depots and warehouses.
• Liaise with drivers, customers, hauliers and internal teams for smooth delivery operations.
• Manage changes to schedules and resolve transport or operational issues.
• Monitor vehicle compliance, maintenance, transport costs and service performance.
• Support Transport Manager with reporting and improvements ensuring UK safety compliance.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

UK transport legislation knowledge

UK geography knowledge

MS Office

Transport planning systems

Proactive

Independent worker

Education

CPC qualification

Tools

MS Office

Transport planning software

Job description

Bennett & Game Recruitment Ltd. in Littlehampton is seeking a Transport Planner to coordinate daily HGV deliveries and optimise routes. You will produce load plans, liaise with drivers and depots, and manage schedule changes to ensure smooth operations.

The role requires knowledge of UK transport rules, geography and strong organisational and communication skills. A CPC qualification is advantageous; join a team focused on efficiency and safety.