UK Transport Planner: Container & Groupage Routes

Clarence High School; Nursling; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected family-owned transport company in Southampton is seeking an experienced Transport Planner to coordinate daily delivery and collection of full loads, groupage, and container movements across the UK. The successful candidate will need strong geographical knowledge, previous transport planning experience, and excellent communication skills to ensure compliance and efficiency. This role offers competitive pay and a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Supportive team environment

Opportunities for progression

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a transport planning or back-office transport role.
• Strong geographical knowledge of the UK.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and route deliveries for full loads, groupage, and container traffic.
• Ensure compliance with transport regulations and WTD.
• Manage driver hours and fleet utilisation.

Skills

Transport planning experience

Geographical knowledge of the UK

Planning container/groupage loads

Excellent communication skills

Good IT skills

Team ethic

Education

CPC qualification (advantageous)

Tools

Transport Management System (TMS)

Job description

A respected family-owned transport company in Southampton is seeking an experienced Transport Planner to coordinate daily delivery and collection of full loads, groupage, and container movements across the UK. The successful candidate will need strong geographical knowledge, previous transport planning experience, and excellent communication skills to ensure compliance and efficiency. This role offers competitive pay and a supportive team environment.