Transport Planner

Role: Transport Planner
Hours: Mon-Fri, 8:00am-5:00pm
Salary: Up to £40,000 DOE
Location: Near West Bromwich
Contract: Permanent, Full-time

Our client, a leading organisation within the transport and logistics sector, is currently seeking a Transport Planner to join their Planning team on a permanent basis.

The Transport Planner is responsible for coordinating and scheduling a dedicated fleet within a fast-paced construction logistics environment, ensuring the efficient planning of vehicle routes for the timely delivery of materials across the UK.

Responsibilities
- Plan and optimise vehicle routes to maximise efficiency
- Support planning of vehicle maintenance and downtime to minimise disruption
- Monitor vehicle compliance, including safety, inspections, servicing, and repairs
- Process transport jobs accurately using transport management systems
- Assist with customer quotations and service enquiries
- Support drivers with job information and resolve operational issues
- Ensure compliance with drivers' hours regulations and transport legislation
- Communicate with drivers, customers, and subcontractors to ensure smooth daily operations
- Coordinate vehicle scheduling and rotation to improve fleet performance
- Maintain high service standards, ensuring customer satisfaction and operational reliability

Job Requirements
- Previous experience in transport planning, routing, or fleet coordination
- Strong understanding of transport operations and logistics environments
- Confident using transport management systems and general IT software
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to liaise across multiple stakeholders
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to prioritise workload and meet strict deadlines
- Good knowledge of drivers' hours and transport compliance regulations
- Team player with a proactive and resilient approach

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