Transport Planner

GET STAFFED ONLINE RECRUITMENT LIMITED; England; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in the United Kingdom is seeking a Transport Planner for night shifts. The role involves planning vehicle movements and managing driver logistics. The ideal candidate should have strong road knowledge and reliability to work closely with drivers. The position offers a salary range of £35,000 – £40,000 along with consistent hours and the benefit of being part of an established company that values its employees.

Benefits

Consistent hours

Paid annual leave

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Road knowledge is beneficial for this role.
• To be reliable and trustworthy for Drivers.
• Knowledge of fleet and vehicles is essential.

Responsibilities

• Booking, planning and allocating jobs onto the Transport Management System.
• Organising Driver’s paperwork for the day.
• Being a main point of contact for Drivers.

Skills

Road knowledge

Reliability

Knowledge of fleet and vehicles

Job description

Transport Planner - Nights

Staines

Shift:

Nights; 4 on 4 off; 6pm – 6am OR Monday – Friday; 6pm – 4am

Salary:

£35,000 – £40,000

Full-time, Permanent position

Enjoy consistent hours, paid annual leave, and the backing of an established company that values its employees.

Roles and Responsibilities

Your position involves a combination of data entry and dealing with customers and drivers. You will also be planning/organising vehicle movements.

• Booking, planning and allocating jobs onto our client’s Transport Management System.
• Organising Driver’s paperwork for the day.
• Being a main point of contact for Drivers that report to the office, including sub-contractors.
• Reporting vehicle defects to the Transport Manager if bought to your attention.
• Other general transport duties as required.
• Providing feedback to management.
• Answering office phone calls.
• Ensuring vans are not taken home when Drivers are going on holiday.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Road knowledge is beneficial for this role.
• To be reliable and trustworthy so the Drivers know they can rely on the information given to them by you.
• Knowledge of fleet and vehicles to ensure that the correct vehicles are sent to specific jobs.
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