Transport Scheduler – Tanker Operations – 052/00676

Driver Hire; Norwich; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK logistics company in Norwich is seeking an experienced Transport Scheduler to join their Tanker Department. This full-time role involves planning and coordinating tanker movements, ensuring compliance with transport legislation, and providing operational support. The ideal candidate will have traffic planning experience and strong knowledge of UK geography. A competitive salary and opportunities for career advancement are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company pension scheme

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• Proven experience in traffic or transport planning.
• Strong knowledge of UK geography and road networks.
• Understanding of driver regulations, including WTD and tachograph rules.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate vehicle movements for tanker collections.
• Maximize vehicle and driver utilization while adhering to schedules.
• Ensure compliance with UK and EU transport legislation.

Skills

Traffic planning experience

Knowledge of UK geography

Communications skills

Transport system literacy

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Transport Scheduler – Tanker Operations –052/00676, Norwich

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Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

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Job Description:

Location: Norwich
Salary: Circa £35,000 (Negotiable depending on experience)
Hours: Monday to Friday, 45 hours per week
Shifts: Rotating – 07:00–16:00 / 08:00–17:00 / 09:00–18:00
On-call rota: Yes
Lunch break: 1 hour
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

A leading, independently owned UK logistics company is looking for an experienced Transport Scheduler to join their expanding Tanker Department, based in Norwich.

With a large fleet of over 100 company-owned vehicles operating across the UK and Europe, this role offers the opportunity to be part of a busy, supportive team responsible for high standards of service and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

Plan and coordinate vehicle movements for tanker collections and deliveries

Maximise vehicle and driver utilisation while adhering to schedules

Schedule vehicles for maintenance, servicing, and MOTs in line with internal requirements

Monitor live driver progress and ensure delivery performance standards are met

Provide operational support to drivers on the road, resolving issues proactively

Ensure compliance with UK and EU transport legislation, including the Working Time Directive

Input orders, update schedules, and carry out general administrative duties

Candidate Requirements:

Proven experience in traffic or transport planning (ideally within tanker or Class 1 operations)

Strong knowledge of UK geography and road networks

Understanding of driver regulations, including WTD and tachograph rules

Computer literate with the ability to quickly learn transport systems

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

CPC qualification is desirable but not essential

Background in logistics, distribution, or supply chain preferred

What’s on Offer:

Competitive salary, negotiable based on experience

Company pension scheme

Free on-site parking

Opportunity to join a stable, growing, and respected logistics organisation

If you’re ready to drive your career forward, apply today or call the office on 01603 489000 to find out more!