Heavy Transport Planner | Data Centers

Siemens; Den Haag; Hybrid; EUR 50,000 - 61,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits Budget 22.63%

Hybrid working

Training and development

YoungSiemens network / buddy program

Industry networking opportunities

Job summary

Siemens is seeking a Heavy Transport Planner for Data Center projects, focusing on planning and coordinating large, complex international transportation by road and sea. You will manage oversize shipments, permits, route surveys and logistics across global sites, collaborating with suppliers, factories and transport partners to ensure on‑time delivery.

The role requires at least 3 years’ experience in heavy transport planning, strong English skills, and a solid understanding of multimodal

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years in heavy and oversized transportation planning.
• Knowledge of international transport by road/sea/multimodal.
• Experience with permitting, route surveys and risk assessments.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate heavy/oversized transport by road and sea.
• Coordinate with suppliers, factories, freight forwarders and transport companies on schedules.
• Organise permits, route surveys and special transport arrangements.
• Monitor deadlines, risks and transport costs for projects.
• Identify and resolve logistical challenges before impact on execution.

Skills

Heavy transport planning

International transportation

Permitting processes

Route planning

Logistics risk assessment

Communication skills

English proficiency

Job description

Help Build the Digital Infrastructure of Tomorrow as a Heavy Transport Planner

About The Role

Data Centers are the beating heart of our digital world. Behind every successful Data Center lies a complex logistics operation, where massive transformers, switchgear systems, and other critical components must arrive at exactly the right place at exactly the right time.

At Siemens, you will take ownership of planning and coordinating these challenging transportation flows. This is not a standard logistics role. Your expertise in heavy and oversized transport will directly contribute to the successful delivery of some of the world's largest Data Center projects.

Do you have the skills to organize complex international transportation operations by road and sea, ensuring critical equipment arrives on site safely and on schedule? Then we would love to meet you.

Your Challenge

As a Heavy Transport Planner Data Centers, you will be responsible for planning and coordinating complex transportation projects involving large and heavy electrical installations for Data Center projects around the globe.

You understand the complexities of oversized and exceptional transport operations. You have experience coordinating heavy transport projects, are familiar with permit processes, route assessments, multimodal transportation, and international logistics regulations, and know how to effectively manage logistics partners throughout the process.

Your Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate complex heavy and oversized transportation projects by road and sea.
• Coordinate with suppliers, factories, freight forwarders, and transport companies regarding deliveries and transport schedules.
• Organize permits, route surveys, and special transport arrangements.
• Monitor project deadlines, transportation risks, and logistics costs.
• Proactively identify and resolve logistical challenges before they impact project execution.

What You Bring

• A minimum of 3 years of proven experience in heavy and oversized transportation planning.
• Knowledge of international transportation flows by road, sea, and/or multimodal transport.
• Experience with permitting processes, route planning, and logistics risk assessments.
• Hands-on experience planning and executing transport projects, with a solid understanding of day-to-day heavy transport operations.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with suppliers, customers, and internal stakeholders.
• Professional proficiency in English

What We Offer

You will join a professional and international working environment where collaboration, ownership, and personal development are highly valued.

• A position available on either a part-time basis (minimum 32 hours per week) or full-time basis.
• A salary range between €4,500 and €5,500 gross per month based on a 40-hour workweek.
• A Benefits Budget of 22.63%, paid on top of your salary.
• Hybrid working: from the office, customer locations, and home, with flexible working hours.
• Extensive, high-quality training and development opportunities with clear career growth prospects.
• The opportunity to quickly build your network through YoungSiemens and/or our buddy program.

For more information about our employment conditions, please visit Siemens careers page.

About Siemens

Siemens is a global technology company focused on creating sustainable, digital, and future-ready solutions.

Within Project Logistics Management, we support Data Center projects through reliable and efficient logistics processes. Together, we ensure our customers around the world receive critical equipment on time and according to plan.

At Siemens, diversity is important to us. We believe diverse teams create a better working environment and drive greater success. Everyone is welcome, and we are committed to providing equal opportunities for all.

No agencies please.