Transport Planner

My client is a successful haulage business that is now looking to recruit a night shift planner/transport supervisor. 

The Night Transport Supervisor will oversee efficient and cost-effective transport operations for the delivery networks, ensuring that all hygiene, quality, and performance standards are consistently met while promoting and maintaining safe working practices.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Operational:

• Plan and schedule vehicle routes and driver assignments to optimize cost-effectiveness while meeting operational deadlines.
• Communicate clear and timely operational updates to drivers.
• Input and update data accurately within the Traffic Management System, ensuring all required fields are complete.
• Monitor and track the location of trailers and trucks effectively.
• Verify driver paperwork for accuracy and ensure it is appropriately forwarded to relevant departments.
• Continuously evaluate operations to identify and implement efficiency improvements.
• Manage drivers on a day-to-day basis, maintaining oversight of performance and conduct.
• Provide training and skill development opportunities to meet operational needs and enhance team efficiency.
• Foster a motivated and enthusiastic team environment.
• Offer out-of-hours support to drivers and team members when required.
• Operate relevant systems, including Palletways and UPN portals.
• Ensure adherence to all company internal processes and procedures.
• Hold and maintain valid counterbalane forklift and scissor lift licenses.

Compliance / Legislative:

• Ensure vehicles are not overloaded and comply with weight regulations.
• Adhere to all Health and Safety legislation, including SWP, Risk Assessments, Near Miss reporting, and LOLER/RIDDOR regulations.
• Maintain compliance with all aspects of fleet regulations.

Measurement / Reporting:

• Prepare and submit operational activity reports as required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Proficiency in IT, including Excel and Word.
• Strong self-motivation and the ability to work independently.
• Team-oriented with the capability to inspire confidence and drive in others.
• Ability to manage and coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Capability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with management and drivers.
• Flexibility and adaptability to manage and respond to unexpected challenges.

Credentials, Qualifications, and Experience:

• General transport operations knowledge.
• Advanced PC literacy, including familiarity with network portals, alongside the ability to quickly learn and adapt to new systems.

Working hours: Full-time, Monday – Friday 9pm – 7am

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift

• Monday to Friday

• Night shift