Transport Planner/ Scheduler

Pertemps Heathrow; Slough; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Pertemps Heathrow in Slough is seeking an experienced Transport Planner / Scheduler to join their team. This role focuses on planning and optimising daily vehicle routes, managing driver schedules, and ensuring compliance in a fast-paced transport environment.

Working closely with drivers, customers, and the operations team, you will drive safe, cost-efficient transport with high service levels and continuous improvement in KPIs.

Qualifications

• Experience as Transport Planner, Transport Coordinator or Fleet Scheduler.
• Strong route planning and optimisation skills.
• Experience managing drivers and vehicle schedules.
• Knowledge of Operator Licence regulations and transport compliance.
• UK geography knowledge and Excel proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Plan and optimise daily vehicle routes to maximise efficiency.
• Manage and review van and LGV schedules.
• Ensure effective utilisation of vehicles and 3PL.
• Monitor and deliver transport KPI targets.
• Improve on-time delivery performance.
• Schedule vehicle maintenance and monitor fleet compliance.
• Conduct daily driver briefings and debriefings.
• Resolve operational issues raised by customers and drivers.
• Ensure 100% POD/POC compliance and regulatory adherence.

Skills

Route planning

Driver management

Fleet scheduling

Transport compliance

Excel

Problem solving

Communication

Education

CPC qualification

Tools

Paragon

Job description

Transport Planner / Scheduler

• Location: Slough


• Salary: 36,000 per annum


• Contract: Permanent, Full-Time


• Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:30am - 5:00pm

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Transport Planner / Scheduler to join their friendly and supportive team in Slough. This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and proactive individual who thrives in a fast paced transport environment and has experience in route optimisation, driver management, vehicle compliance, and scheduling.

Working closely with drivers, customers, and the wider operations team, you will play a key role in ensuring a safe, compliant, and cost-effective transport operation while maintaining high levels of customer service.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and optimise daily vehicle routes to maximise efficiency and productivity.


• Manage and review van and LGV schedules.


• Ensure effective utilisation of company vehicles and third-party logistics providers (3PL).


• Monitor and deliver agreed transport and operational KPI targets.


• Improve on-time delivery performance.


• Increase Jobs Per Vehicle (JPV) productivity.


• Reduce Vehicle Off Road (VOR) time and improve vehicle uptime.


• Ensure 100% POD (Proof of Delivery) and POC compliance.


• Proactively reduce missed delivery time slots and late deliveries.


• Investigate and reduce transport-related incidents and accidents.


• Ensure compliance with Operator Licence regulations and transport legislation.


• Resolve operational issues raised by customers and drivers.


• Conduct daily driver briefings and debriefings.


• Schedule vehicle maintenance and monitor fleet compliance requirements.


• Identify opportunities to improve operational performance and reduce transport costs.

About You

• Previous experience as a Transport Planner, Transport Coordinator, Fleet Scheduler, or similar transport role.


• Strong understanding of route planning and optimisation.


• Experience managing drivers and vehicle schedules.


• Good knowledge of transport compliance and Operator Licence regulations.


• Experience scheduling vehicle maintenance and managing fleet compliance.


• Excellent geographical knowledge of the UK road network.


• Experience using transport management systems such as Paragon or similar transport planning software.


• Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel.


• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workload effectively.


• Ability to remain calm and make effective decisions under pressure.


• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.


• Commercial awareness and understanding of transport operating costs.


• Proactive approach.


• Positive attitude with a strong work ethic.


• Transport Manager CPC qualification, or working towards it, would be advantageous but is not essential.

If you have the relevant experience then we would really like to speak to you!