Would you like to work for an Employee-Owned company where you will feel motivated and appreciated in a team-spirited culture?
Hewicks Haulage Ltd is a growing haulage company based in Cockfield, Bury St Edmunds. Operating a fleet of over 80 articulated vehicles nationwide, we transport a variety of loads using tankers, curtain siders and containers, with a particular focus on the agricultural sector.
We are looking to recruit an experienced and motivated Transport Planner to join our busy Transport Office. This is a varied and fast-paced role where you will be responsible for planning daily transport operations, supporting drivers, building strong customer relationships and ensuring the efficient delivery of our transport services.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan, schedule and allocate daily and weekly transport movements to drivers.
- Monitor live transport operations and respond quickly to any delays or operational issues.
- Ensure compliance with drivers' hours, Working Time Directive and transport legislation.
- Provide day-to-day operational support and guidance to drivers.
- Monitor driver performance, tachograph compliance and vehicle walk-round checks.
- Liaise with customers to provide excellent service and resolve any transport queries.
- Input and maintain accurate job information within the Transport Management System (TMS).
- Maintain accurate transport records and support continuous operational improvements.
- Assist with fleet maintenance scheduling and support the Senior Transport Manager with compliance and cost-saving initiatives.
- Support the induction and development of new drivers.
Required Skills
- Previous experience within a transport planning or road haulage environment.
- Good knowledge of UK transport legislation, including drivers' hours and tachograph regulations.
- Excellent organisational and planning skills with the ability to manage changing priorities.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with both customers and drivers.
- Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office and transport planning systems.
- Ability to work under pressure whilst maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
Desirable but Not Essential
- CPC (Operator or Transport Manager Certificate of Professional Competence).
- Experience working within a 24/7 transport or logistics operation.
- Experience supervising or supporting drivers within a transport environment.
- Experience using a Transport Management System (TMS).
Job Type
Full-time, Permanent
Expected Hours
40 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
Participation in the weekend on-call rota (approximately one weekend in four) is required. Flexibility is required to meet the operational needs of the business.
Location
Transport Office, Hewicks Haulage Ltd, Loft Farm, Cockfield, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk IP30 0LJ
Benefits
- Auto enrolment into the Workplace Pension Scheme
- Statutory 5.6 weeks paid annual leave
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Monthly bonus prize draw
- Membership of the BUPA private medical scheme after six months' service
- Opportunity to be part of an Employee Ownership Trust
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
- Opportunity to play a key role within a growing transport operation
If you are looking for an opportunity to join a friendly, supportive and growing business where your contribution is valued, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now and become part of the Hewicks Haulage team.
Pay: £42,000.00-£44,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Private medical insurance
Experience:
- Transport Planning: 2 years (required)
Location:
- Bury St. Edmunds IP30 0LJ (preferred)
Work Location: In person
