Transport Scheduler

5 days ago

Canterbury CT HD, United Kingdom ParkerSteel Ltd Full time

Transport Scheduler – ParkerSteel Ltd (Canterbury)

Location: Canterbury, Kent

Hours: Full-time, Permanent – Sunday to Thursday, 1:00pm to 9:30pm (42.5 hours per week, 30-minute unpaid break)

Salary: £27,000 – £30,000 per annum (depending on experience)

About Us

Founded in 1904, ParkerSteel Ltd has built a proud tradition of excellence for over a century. We are a leading UK processor and distributor of high-quality multi-metal and engineering tool products, serving a wide range of industries nationwide.

Our people are at the heart of everything we do — our success is built on teamwork, dedication, and passion.

The Opportunity

Due to continued growth and demand, we have an exciting opportunity for a self-motivated and organised Transport Scheduler to join our busy Transport Department based at our Canterbury site.

You will play a key role in ensuring our depot transport operations run smoothly — achieving deliveries on time, in full, and without error.

Duties

  • Plan and schedule all customer deliveries across multiple depots.
  • Optimise vehicle routes for efficiency and compliance.
  • Monitor driver availability, hours, and vehicle capacity.
  • Coordinate collections, returns, and external hauliers.
  • Ensure full compliance with our Goods Vehicle Operator's Licence, driver hours, and working time regulations.
  • Debrief drivers, manage Proof of Delivery (POD) records, and resolve delivery issues promptly.
  • Oversee vehicle defect reporting, inspections, and maintenance schedules.
  • Handle customer and internal transport enquiries professionally and efficiently.
  • Support the Transport Manager with day-to-day operational and administrative tasks.
  • Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement, safety, and teamwork.

Qualifications

  • Minimum 3 years' experience in transport planning or scheduling.
  • Strong knowledge of driver hours, working time directives, and transport compliance.
  • Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills with great attention to detail.
  • Good IT skills, ideally with experience using Transport Management Systems (TMS).
  • Strong computer literacy with proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).
  • A proactive, hands-on attitude with a commitment to operational excellence.
  • Excellent communication skills in English, both written and verbal.

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary (£27,000 – £30,000 depending on experience)
  • Career progression and training opportunities
  • Company pension scheme
  • Death in Service life assurance
  • Supportive team environment within a long-established, growing business

Join Our Team

If you are ready to take the next step in your transport career and want to work for a respected business with over 100 years of heritage, we would love to hear from you.

For more information, contact our HR Team on

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £27,000.00-£30,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Company pension

Work Location: In person

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