Transport Planner: Optimize Routes & Driver Schedules

Pertemps Logistic Contracts; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Pertemps Logistic Contracts in Leigh is seeking a Transport Planner to support daily shift operations and keep transport running smoothly. You will check resource availability, confirm driver start times, manage driver hours and monitor vehicle utilisation to improve efficiency.

The role is based in Leigh, Lancashire, with a Monday-to-Friday pattern (2pm–10pm) and a temporary-to-permanent contract. Salary is £37,000 per year plus an hourly rate of £17.74 during the initial period.

Responsibilities

• Check resource availability for the shift by reviewing the manning levels on a daily basis
• Confirm driver start times for next day, updating the system accordingly
• Manage drivers hours in relation to customer requirements and volumes
• Monitor and report WTD issues and concerns to the Operations team
• Ensure correct equipment is planned, the system is accurate, and trailer movements are tracked and controlled
• Review vehicle utilisation, highlighting inefficiencies to Line Management
• Ensure effective control of drivers through on-going communication to ensure that performance is achieved
• Ensure effective two-way communication between Operations and Customer Services functions to identify and act on any potential service or cost issues
• Monitor and act on reports highlighting poor driving practices and inefficiencies, escalating where required
• Assist with Despatch and Debrief as directed by on shift management
• Assist in investigation of late / failed deliveries to provide root cause information to Contract Manager
• Implement actions from the Central conference calls as directed by on shift management
• Update required reports / spreadsheets daily
• Complete end of shift checks as required
• Ensure that the Shift Handover process and communication is clear and controlled

Job description

Pertemps Logistic Contracts in Leigh is seeking a Transport Planner to support daily shift operations and keep transport running smoothly. You will check resource availability, confirm driver start times, manage driver hours and monitor vehicle utilisation to improve efficiency.

The role is based in Leigh, Lancashire, with a Monday-to-Friday pattern (2pm–10pm) and a temporary-to-permanent contract. Salary is £37,000 per year plus an hourly rate of £17.74 during the initial period.