We are looking for an experienced Transport Planner to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong background in transport and logistics who can confidently plan and coordinate daily transport operations in a busy environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan and coordinate daily vehicle routes and deliveries
- Allocate drivers and vehicles efficiently to meet operational requirements
- Monitor routes throughout the day and respond to delays or changes
- Communicate effectively with drivers, customers and internal teams
- Ensure vehicles are utilised efficiently while keeping empty mileage to a minimum
- Maintain accurate transport records and update relevant systems
- Ensure operations comply with drivers' hours, Working Time Directive and other relevant transport legislation
- Deal with day-to-day operational issues quickly and professionally
- Support the wider transport team in achieving service and performance targets
What We're Looking For
- Previous experience as a Transport Planner or in a similar transport/logistics planning role is essential
- Strong geographical and route-planning knowledge
- Good understanding of transport legislation and drivers' hours
- Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work under pressure and manage changing priorities
- Confident communicator with a professional approach
- Good IT skills and experience using transport planning or management systems
- A proactive, reliable and team-focused attitude
What We Offer
- Competitive salary, dependent on experience
- Supportive and professional working environment
- Opportunity to develop within a growing business
- Monday – Friday
- 20 days + statutory public/ bank holidays
- Company Pension
Location: Wretham, Norfolk
Salary: Salary £35,000 - £45,000 depending on experience
Hours: Monday - Friday
If you are an experienced Transport Planner looking for your next opportunity, we would be pleased to hear from you.
To apply, please send your CV and details of your relevant transport planning experience.
Pay: £35,000.00-£45,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
