Full job descriptionTransport Planner - 6 month contract, likely to go permanent
We’re looking for Transport Planners to join a busy, fast-paced operation where no two days are the same. If you have experience scheduling, route planning or managing engineers across a helpdesk then please apply.
Shifts are:
4 on 8am - 6pm
4 off
4 on midday - 10pm
The role
You will be responsible for:
*Planning and coordinating daily vehicle and driver movements
*Allocating jobs according to availability, location and operational priorities
*Responding quickly to urgent requests and changing circumstances
*Monitoring schedules and resolving delays or potential service issues
*Maintaining regular communication with drivers, customers and operational teams
*Ensuring vehicles and drivers are used safely and efficiently
*Keeping planning systems and operational records accurate and up to date
*Identifying ways to improve routes, productivity and service levels
*Supporting a smooth handover between shifts where required
About you
We’re looking for someone with:
*Previous experience in transport, logistics, route or resource planning
*Strong geographical and route-planning knowledge
*The ability to manage multiple priorities in a time-sensitive environment
*Confident communication and problem-solving skills
*Good attention to detail and strong IT skills
*The ability to make sound decisions when plans change unexpectedly
*Experience working with drivers, field-based teams or operational resources
Experience within reactive services, utilities, construction logistics, haulage, distribution or another fast-moving transport environment would be particularly useful.
If you’re an experienced Transport Planner looking for a new opportunity with a busy and evolving organisation, we’d be pleased to hear from you.