Transport planner Work, Jobs in Blackburn, Wln (with Salaries)

Transport Planner
O'Toole Transport —Bellshill
- £32,000 - £36,000 a year
- Full-time
- Continuous improvement
- In-person
- Communication skills
- Free parking
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16h
Transport Planner
DFDS UK & Ireland —Larkhall
- Microsoft Office
- Travel
- Organisational skills
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
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4d
Transport Planner
Intake Transport Ltd —Bellshill
- From £31,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Free parking
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Town Planner
Arup —Glasgow
5d
Senior Transport Planner
Pell Frischmann —Edinburgh
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Engineering
- Mentoring
- Agile
Degree Apprentice Planner
Omexom UK —Scotland
- Communication skills
- Time management
Associate Transport Planner (Development)
WSP —Edinburgh
- Business development
- Project management
- Communication skills
Principal Transport Planner
Sweco —Edinburgh
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Business development
- Organisational skills
- Communication skills
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
Senior Transport Planner
Sweco —Glasgow
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Business development
- Organisational skills
- Communication skills
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
Principal Transport Planner - Scotland
Arcadis —Glasgow
- Project management
- Organisational skills
- Communication skills
Apprentice Planner
Omexom UK —Scotland
- Communication skills
- Time management
8d
Consultant Transport Planner - Scotland
Arcadis —Glasgow
- Organisational skills
- Communication skills
Deputy Chief Planner
The Scottish Government —Edinburgh
- Full-time
- Presentation skills
Principal Transport Planner
Amey Ltd —Edinburgh
- Part-time
- AutoCAD
- Master's degree
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
Quick apply
Planning Engineer
Iberdrola Group —Glasgow
- £55,000 - £68,750 a year
- Customer service
- Engineering
- Computer networking
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
Principal Transport Planner
BakerHicks —Motherwell
- Hybrid work
- Engineering
- Project management
- Annual leave
Quick apply
Logistics Administrator
GAP Group —Glasgow
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office
- Communication skills
Principal Transport/Development Planner
WSP —Edinburgh
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- Business development
- Communication skills
- Flexitime
- Work from home
Principal Transport Planner
Sweco UK —Glasgow
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- Business development
- Organisational skills
- Communication skills
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
Senior Planner
Iberdrola Group —High Blantyre
- Up to £55,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Access
- Engineering
- Annual leave
- Employee discount

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Transport Planner

O'Toole Transport
Bellshill

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Job details

Full-time
£32,000 - £36,000 a year
16 hours ago

Benefits

Free parking
Cycle to work scheme
Company events
On-site parking

Qualifications

Sourcing
Logistics
Transportation management systems
Continuous improvement
Communication skills

Full job description

About Us:
OToole Transport was established in 1996, with depots in Scotland, UK & Ireland. We now employee over 280 employees. As a growing company in the logistics and transport industry, we are expanding our team to better serve our customers and optimize our operations. We are looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Transport Planner to join our dynamic team. This is a great opportunity for an individual with a passion for logistics and a desire to progress within a fast-paced, expanding business.

Job Overview:
As a Transport Planner, you will be responsible for planning and coordinating UK deliveries efficiently and cost-effectively. You will ensure that our transportation operations run smoothly, liaising with customers, the warehouse, and suppliers to ensure timely deliveries and a seamless transport process. You will also play a key role in managing our transport management system (TMS) and booking all necessary transport and ferry/train services.

Shift - Monday to Friday, 10:00 - 19:00

Key Responsibilities:

Route Planning: Plan cost-effective and efficient routes for UK deliveries, ensuring optimal use of resources and minimizing costs.
Transport Management System (TMS): Update and maintain the TMS with up-to-date job information, tracking, and delivery details.
Job Booking: Book transport jobs, including scheduling vehicles, arranging ferries, and train bookings for deliveries to various locations.
Sourcing Backloads: Proactively source and secure backloads to maximize vehicle capacity and reduce empty miles.
Customer Liaison: Communicate with customers regarding delivery schedules, changes, or issues, providing excellent customer service.
Manifests & Load Creation: Generate and maintain manifests for each load, ensuring all details are correct and all necessary documents are prepared for transport.
Warehouse Coordination: Work closely with the warehouse team to ensure smooth truck turnaround times and ensure that goods are loaded and dispatched promptly.
Cost Management: Monitor and control transport costs, identifying areas to improve efficiency and reduce expenditure.
Problem Solving: Address any issues related to deliveries, including delays, customer inquiries, or unexpected transport problems.
Compliance: Ensure all deliveries comply with UK transport regulations, including safety and legal requirements for vehicles and goods.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

Proven experience in transport planning or logistics.
Strong knowledge of UK road networks and transport regulations.
Familiarity with Transport Management Systems (TMS) or similar planning tools.
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with customers, drivers, and internal teams.
Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple tasks, and meet deadlines.
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Experience in route planning, scheduling, and booking ferries/trains is desirable.
A proactive, results-oriented attitude with a focus on continuous improvement.

Desirable Skills:

Experience in backloading and sourcing cost-effective transport solutions.
Knowledge of warehouse operations and coordination.

Why Join Us:

Career Growth: As we continue to grow, we offer opportunities for professional development and career progression.
Supportive Environment: Join a dynamic, friendly team where your contribution is valued, and your success is our success.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £32,000.00-£36,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company events
Cycle to work scheme
Free parking
On-site parking

Ability to commute/relocate:

Bellshill ML4 3LX: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person

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