Transport Planner/ Scheduler in Slough

Energy Jobline CVL; Slough; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Energy Jobline CVL in Slough is seeking an experienced Transport Planner to join a busy logistics team. You will plan and optimise daily routes, manage driver and vehicle schedules, and ensure compliance with transport regulations to deliver reliable service.

This full-time, on-site role requires a proactive individual with strong problem-solving and Excel skills, capable of reducing costs and improving KPIs such as on-time delivery and JPVs while maintaining excellent stakeholder communication.

Qualifications

• Experience as Transport Planner/Coordinator or similar role.
• Strong route planning and optimisation abilities.
• Experience managing drivers and vehicle schedules.
• Good knowledge of transport compliance and Operator Licence regulations.
• Experience scheduling vehicle maintenance and fleet compliance.
• Excellent knowledge of the UK road network.

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 3PL providers.
• Monitor and deliver transport KPIs and on-time delivery targets.
• Reduce missed delivery time slots and improve punctuality.
• Investigate and reduce transport-related incidents and accidents.

Skills

Route planning

Driver management

Fleet scheduling

Transport compliance

Maintain KPI focus

Problem solving

Excel proficiency

UK road knowledge

Education

CPC qualification (Transport Manager)

Tools

Paragon

Excel

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.

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.