Transport Planner

Transport Planner
Heathrow Area
35,000 - 40,000
4 on 4 off shift pattern

A well-established logistics operation based near Heathrow is looking for an experienced Transport Planner to join their busy team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment where you will play a key role in coordinating daily vehicle movements and ensuring customer deliveries run smoothly and efficiently.

• Salary between 35,000 - 40,000 depending on experience

• 4 on 4 off shift pattern offering good work-life balance

• Opportunity to join a stable and growing logistics operation

• Supportive team environment with opportunities to develop your knowledge across the wider business

Key responsibilities:

• Planning and coordinating the daily workload for a fleet of vehicles operating to strict collection and delivery schedules

• Monitoring driver progress throughout the day and making adjustments where required

• Maintaining regular communication with drivers, customers and internal teams regarding shipment status and timing

• Coordinating collections with internal operational departments and airline handling teams

• Managing vehicle availability, including planning around servicing, maintenance and repairs

• Reviewing transport activity to ensure routes and resources are being used as efficiently as possible

• Arranging subcontracted transport when fleet capacity is exceeded

• Maintaining accurate planning records, driver allocations and vehicle information

To be successful in this role, you will need to be organised, proactive and comfortable working in a busy operational environment where priorities can change quickly.

You will ideally have:

• Previous experience working in a transport planning or transport operations role (ideally 2-3 years+)

• Good understanding of UK geography and routing

• Knowledge of driver hours and Working Time Directive regulations

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

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