Opportunity: Transport Planner
Contract: Permanent
Location: Belfast
Hours: 45
Balloo Hire Centres is a leading provider of tool, plant and welfare equipment hire for businesses and DIY needs in Northern Ireland. Balloo Hire Centres are part of The Briggs Equipment Group and therefore can offer a local solution with corporate level support.
We have a new opportunity for a Transport Planner to join our transport team in Belfast.
In this role you will:
- Optimise transport routes to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
- Allocate vehicles, drivers, and equipment to ensure smooth delivery operations.
- Create and manage delivery schedules that meet customer and inventory requirements.
- Anticipate risks such as weather or road disruptions and implement contingency plans.
- Maintain full compliance with transport regulations, safety standards, and company policies.
- Communicate clearly with drivers, suppliers, and internal teams on schedules and changes.
- Monitor KPIs to assess delivery performance, utilisation, and cost efficiency.
- Minimise waste and inefficiency, regularly challenging existing practices to ensure effectiveness.
What will help you to excel in this role:
- Experience working in a fast‑paced office environment in a planning or administrative role
- Knowledge of Driver Hours Regulations and Working Time Directive
- Background in transport, logistics, or operations (desirable) Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Confident using IT systems
What you can expect from us:
- Competitive salary
- Contributory pension scheme with employer contributions up to 6%
- HSF Health plan scheme
- Future development and career opportunities
- Profitshare bonus based on business performance
What’s next:
If you are interested in joining us at Balloo Hire Centres, then please click on the apply now button and a member of the team will be in touch.
Not sure if this is the right role for you? Please feel free to visit the careers page on our website and send us your CV speculatively for a member of the team to review.
If you require any reasonable adjustments to assist you in the interview process, then please contact a member of the Recruitment Team, and inform them prior to attending so we can ensure these are met.
