Role outline
Maintaining a 1st class domestic ADR distribution and value-added services network is critical for our business strategy and our customers. The SD / LD planner ensures that our fleet is operating in time and that our customers’ needs are met and exceeded. The Planner will work closely with Driver group, Transit Terminal and our customer service team. A strong knowledge of local geography is key. The planner will also allocate collection requests as well as engaging in any ‘second run’ activity.
The role requires an energetic person comfortable with adopting a leadership role where needs be. You will work with a team of Cross Dock Forklift Operators and work cross functionally with multiple stakeholders and will be expected to train on and operate forklifts as needed. There is an expectation that the SD/LD Planner will support the night shift during periods of annual leave as well as to develop a working knowledge of daytime roles too in order to have a depth of understanding as to how the business works.
PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- To help plan the efficient routing of daily deliveries in the Munster Area.
- Utilize the operating systems to plan daily driver routes, assuring all customer needs or requirements are met.
- Communicate transportation delays to the team.
- Work with service partners where needed optimising fleet dispatch.
- Provides support to Branch Night Shift and Transit Terminal as needed.
- Ensuring that the team follow all safety requirements and understand how to react in the event of an incident or accident.
- Observing all security protocols. Gate close, shutters used and suspicious behaviour reported.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
- 1 to 3 years’ experience route planning in the Domestic Logistics or Transport Industry.
- Knowledge of RSA/HSA regulations drivers hours, load security, ADR regulations advantageous.
- Problem-solving skills, an ability to multi-task and the confidence to make decisions.
- Ability to successfully manage within deadlines.
- Strong transport planning skills and knowledge of Munster areas essential.
- Good attention to detail skills a distinct advantage.
- Good computer skills with experience using Microsoft Products (Outlook, Excel, Word)
- Excellent communications skills, both verbal and written.
- Ability to work independently, as well as in a team environment
Why Join DACHSER?
At DACHSER, we’re a global family powering over 83 million shipments every year—from fashion to life-saving medical supplies. Ranked among the world’s top logistics providers, we don’t just move goods—we keep the world connected.
What really sets us apart? Our people. Here, your ideas matter, your energy fuels success, and you’ll be part of a fast-paced, supportive team that’s shaping the future of logistics.