Transport Planner - Nights - Stanford-le-Hope
Position Overview
Our client is a market-leading provider of integrated road and rail freight logistics, offering a wide range of services including container transport and storage, domestic distribution, warehousing, freight management, and truck sales.
We are currently recruiting for a Night Transport Planner to join their busy depot at London Gateway. This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a well-established logistics company.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and coordinate multiple drivers daily
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Liaise directly with UK ports to book delivery slots
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Use the TOPS transport system to record drivers' start and finish times
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Monitor ETAs and ensure timely deliveries
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Reroute jobs efficiently when required
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Ensure all PODs (Proof of Deliveries) are accurately matched with corresponding jobs in the system
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Communicate with customers regarding potential delays and delivery updates
Requirements
- Proven experience in transport operations - essential
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Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
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Strong geographical knowledge of the UK
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Ability to work independently and take initiative
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Quick thinking with strong problem-solving skills
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Highly organised and detail-oriented
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Flexibility to meet business demands
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Container experience - desirable
Remuneration & Benefits
- Working Hours: Monday to Friday (19:00-06:00)
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Annual bonus
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Life assurance - 3x salary from day one (up to age 66)
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Exclusive discounts on MSC cruises for you, your family, and friends
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Weekly Lottery - weekly chance to win £1,000 net
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Group personal pension plan
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Employee Assistance Programme
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Opportunity to join a highly reputable, market-leading logistics business
Streamline Search is a specialist technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex, operating throughout the UK. We are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. In accordance with GDPR, by applying for this position, you consent to us processing your data and contacting you regarding this role.
