Job Description

Transport Planner

We're recruiting on behalf of a growing business looking to appoint an experienced Transport Planner. You'll join an established transport team, taking responsibility for planning daily operations, managing drivers and ensuring an efficient, compliant and customer-focused service in a busy, fast-paced environment. You'll be responsible for the day-to-day planning and coordination of transport operations, ensuring vehicles and drivers are utilised effectively while maintaining high service standards.

Location: Scarborough
Salary: £34,000 

Hours

• Monday to Friday, 7:30am - 5:00pm
• Weekend cover required on a rota basis, usually 1 in 4 weekends (approximately 7:30am - 3:00pm)
• Days off in lieu are provided during the week when weekend cover is worked

Key responsibilities:

• Planning and coordinating daily transport operations
• Managing employed drivers and subcontractors
• Monitoring daily operations and responding to changing priorities
• Liaising with customers to ensure deliveries run smoothly
• Identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce costs
• Ensuring compliance with Drivers' Hours regulations, Working Time Directive and Operator Licence requirements
• Producing operational reports and maintaining accurate records
• Working with the workshop team to coordinate fleet servicing and maintenance
• Supporting continuous improvement across the transport department

You'll have:

• Previous experience as a Transport Planner
• Strong understanding of transport operations and route planning
• Knowledge of Drivers' Hours regulations and transport legislation
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• Strong IT skills and attention to detail
• The ability to work under pressure and make effective decisions

A Transport Manager CPC would be advantageous but is not essential.

Benefits

• Company pension
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Company events
• Long-term career progression
• Join a growing and successful transport operation