Transport Planner

We are recruiting for a Transport Planner for our site in Brighouse.

Dawsongroup emc is the UK’s leading supplier of self-drive municipal, industrial, and specialist vehicles for contract hire.

The aim of the Transport Planner will be to assist with all functions in the planning and logistics of the transport movements carried out, ensuring compliance while maximising customer satisfaction and financial performance.

As the Transport Planner you will be responsible for:

- Maintaining the transport schedule, maximising on double runs and utilising vehicles and personnel available
- Ensuring site surveys have been received in advance for each planned delivery as well as reviewing the survey for potential hazards
- Ensuring any equipment required is hired in advance of the job being done
- Preparing movement orders
- Preparing drivers for the job ahead
- Booking of sub-contract transport, cranes, FLT’s etc
- Maintaining the AS400 transport spreadsheet
- Completion of driver payroll details, allowances, expenses etc
- Ensuring senior management are aware of delays or issues

The successful Transport Planner will hold:

- Experience working in a transport environment
- Experience managing vehicle movements

Dawsongroup plc is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the continuous improvement and satisfaction of our employees, and as such, training and ongoing development are readily available, as well as a competitive wage and an excellent benefits package.

Established in 2005, Dawsongroup emc is a family-owned business leading the way in the municipal, industrial, and specialist vehicle rental market. Join the Dawsongroup family to invest your career in a company that invests in you.