Oliver Belle

Location: Hull Salary: £40,000 Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Drive your career forward with a company that's not standing still This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Transport Planner to join a genuinely exciting, fast-growing organisation at a pivotal point in its journey. Recognised twice as a Times Top 100 company , this business is undergoing a significant period of expansion: £38m growth in the last 12 months Forecasted £50m growth in the next 12 months This is a fast-paced, ambitious environment where ideas are welcomed, change is encouraged, and you'll have the opportunity to make a real impact. The Role We are looking for a highly organised and proactive Transport Planner to oversee and coordinate all aspects of transportation operations. You will play a key role in ensuring efficient routing, fleet management, and overall operational excellence. Key Responsibilities Plan and manage all transport operations, including routing, scheduling, and dispatching Ensure full compliance with transport laws, regulations, and licensing (e.g. HGV, DVSA) Oversee fleet maintenance, inspections, and performance (vehicles, trailers, equipment) Monitor budgets, fuel usage, and maintenance costs, implementing cost-control measures Supervise, train, and support drivers and transport staff, ensuring safety and performance standards Collaborate with warehousing, logistics, and customer service teams to ensure timely deliveries Investigate and resolve delivery issues, delays, and transport-related complaints Develop and improve transportation policies, procedures, and systems Track and report KPIs such as on-time delivery, fleet utilisation, and safety metrics Stay up to date with industry trends and regulatory changes About You Proven experience in transport or fleet management (logistics, manufacturing, or distribution preferred) Strong knowledge of UK transport laws and regulations Experience with route planning, Transport Management Systems (TMS), and GPS tracking Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and motivate a team Excellent communication, organisational, and problem-solving abilities Full UK driving licence Benefits Company bonus and incentive schemes 24 days holiday + bank holidays "Life Admin" time (2 hours per month for personal tasks) Ongoing training and development opportunities Clear career progression in a rapidly growing business Regular team socials, events, and celebrations On-site parking Opportunities to travel Early finish at 3:30pm on Fridays Employee discount scheme Employee referral rewards Apply Now If you're ready to take the next step in your transport and logistics career with a company that's growing fast and investing in its people, we'd love to hear from you.