Ignition Driver Recruitment is currently recruiting for a 360° Transport Planner, to be based at our Transport office in Bellshill.
Transport Planner - Role & Responsibilities
Plan and schedule HGV driver shifts to ensure optimal coverage and route efficiency
Monitor driver availability, working hours, and rest periods to maintain legal compliance (e.g., WTD, EU Drivers' Hours Rules)
Build strong working relationships with drivers to maintain morale, retention, and clear communication
Act as a key liaison between drivers and the customer, ensuring expectations and delivery timelines are met
Proactively resolve any operational issues, delays, or route changes in real-time
Work closely with the training teams to manage driver infringements, Smart Drive incidents, Microlise score and new driver training to manage volume increases
Provide daily briefings and debriefings to both the drivers and client to ensure smooth operationsPlease note that whilst this role is mostly managing HGV drivers, there may be some requirement to deal with warehousing flex-employees also.
Transport Planner - Working Hours
The role is Monday to Friday, and we are looking for someone who can meet the requirement for flexibility when it comes to working hours and days. It is a full-time role, therefore 37.5 hours a week standard, but there will be requirements during busier periods for longer working hours and potential weekend working.
You will also be required to undertake an on-call facility, every one weekend in three. This on-call requirement is based on a rota, but you may be required to pick up additional on-call duties when people are on annual leave etc.
Transport Planner - Candidate Requirements
You will have excellent interpersonal skills, experience of building and maintaining relationships internally and externally
You must be able to work under your own initiative, as well as part of a larger team
You should be confident with your own time management
You will have a pragmatic approach to problem-solving
You will understand the legal demands of working within the driving sector (such as WTD, HGV License requirements, Infringements etc)
You will be able to demonstrate 12 months experience working in a similar role
Transport Planner - The Package
Financial:
Excellent salary prospects
Weekly Pay (Friday)
Death In Service
Company Contribution Pension SchemeWelfare:
Generous holiday entitlement – 28 days rising to 33 after service length increases
An extra day off during your birthday month
Independent HR team for training, advice and support
Working in a vibrant and exciting atmosphere Professional Development:
Fantastic career development opportunities
Excellent employee growth
Continuous training opportunities
Employee mentoring
Regular performance assessments to enhance career progression
If you think you have what it takes to join this expanding team, and you would like to chat to someone further about the role, the company and your prospects with the business, please click to apply today.
Our hiring manager will review your CV, and give you a call for an informal chat before hopefully, progressing you through to the next stage for a formal interview
Salary description
£26000.00 - £30000.00 per year