Transport Planner

3 days ago

Letchworth, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom Hales Group Limited Full time
Job Title: Transport Planner

Location: Letchworth

Hours: Full-Time, Monday to Friday – various optional shifts – 7:30-5:30 or 8am-6pm or 10am-8pm

Salary: circa 30K

About the Opportunity

Our client is seeking 2 experienced Transport Planners to join a dynamic and growing team in Letchworth. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented and organised individual who can manage the logistics of transportation effectively while ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.

Key Responsibilities
  • Fleet Management: Maximise the utilisation of trucks and drivers, ensuring compliance with transport legislation, company policies, and Health & Safety regulations.
  • Load Planning: Actively seek out loads and backloads for drivers to optimise routes and minimise empty miles.
  • Driver Coordination: Manage driver schedules, hours, and adherence to Working Time Directive (WTD) rules. Monitor and support drivers in their daily tasks.
  • Customer Service: Handle incoming calls, manage customer enquiries, and schedule jobs to ensure smooth operations.
  • Data Management: Record and maintain accurate data for driver activities, fuel usage, and other relevant metrics.
  • Route Planning: Develop efficient transport schedules, making the most of the company's pallet network, dedicated fleet, and international logistics connections.
  • Transport Modelling & Load Building: Plan groupage loads and utilise transport modelling techniques to enhance operational efficiency.
Requirements
  • Experience: At least 2 years of experience as a Transport Coordinator or in a similar role.
  • Knowledge: Strong understanding of transport regulations, laws, and best practices.
  • Skills: Excellent transportation planning and management skills, with a background in operations planning.
  • Problem-Solving: Strong communication skills and the ability to think on your feet and solve problems under pressure.
  • Platform Knowledge: Familiarity with Amazon platforms and Haulage Exchange is highly desirable.
Benefits
  • Free parking
  • Complimentary coffee and tea
  • 20 days of holiday plus Bank Holidays
  • Opportunities for training and professional development
  • Career progression within a growing company

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