Location: Telford
Salary: Circa £30,000 per annum
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Monday to Friday (shift-based, non-rotating)

Job Overview
We are seeking an organised and proactive Transport Planner to join our operations team in Telford. This is a permanent, full-time role responsible for planning and coordinating daily transport activities to ensure efficient, cost-effective, and timely delivery operations.
Shift times are fixed once assigned and do not rotate. Flexibility is required depending on operational demands.

Key Responsibilities *Plan and schedule daily transport routes efficiently
*Allocate work to drivers in line with legal and company requirements
*Monitor deliveries and collections, resolving issues in real time
*Communicate effectively with drivers, customers, and internal teams
*Ensure compliance with driver hours, tachograph, and transport legislation
*Handle unexpected challenges such as delays, breakdowns, or last-minute changes
*Maintain accurate records and transport documentation
*Support continuous improvement within transport operations

Skills & Experience
*Previous experience in a transport planning or logistics role (preferred)
*Strong organisational and problem-solving skills
*Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
*Confident communicator with a professional telephone manner
*Good IT skills, including transport management systems and Microsoft Office
*Flexible approach to working hours and operational requirements

What’s on Offer
*Competitive salary around £30,000
*Stable Monday to Friday working week
*Permanent role with long-term career prospects
*Supportive team environment with structured training

To be considered for this role please apply now.