Transport Planner

1 week ago

Blackburn, United Kingdom General All-Purpose Plastics (GAP) Ltd Full time

We have an exciting opportunity for a Transport Planner to join us. This role is primarily responsible for planning and coordinating all driver-led activities. It also involves ensuring efficient management of routes, vehicles, and third-party activities in compliance with the Operator's License. Additionally, it entails assisting the transport team in achieving operational activities and administration through compliance with statutory requirements.

**Main Responsibilities**:

- Plan and optimise routes for maximum efficiency.
- Coordinate tasks for our dedicated drivers.
- Oversee fleet maintenance and administration.
- Manage our transport system to keep operations seamless.
- Approve transportation invoices and ensure compliance.
- Coordinate with third parties on fleet and vehicle systems.
- Assist our compliance officer in their duties.
- Keep track of drivers' training requirements and ensure compliance with regulations.
- Maintain daily inspections and check logs for driver and location information.
- Manage driver time and attendance to ensure a reliable and efficient workforce.

**Person Specification / Previous Experience**:

- Proven experience working as a Transport Planner or in a similar role
- Transport Manager CPC certification is highly valued.
- IOSH L3 Managing Safely certification is highly valued.
- OLAT certification is preferred.
- Proficient in transportation management systems and software
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Strong communication and negotiation abilities
- Ability to multitask and work under pressure
- Detail-oriented and highly organised
- Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional team environment
- Excellent time management skills and ability to meet deadlines

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: Up to £35,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Additional leave
- Canteen
- Company events
- Company pension
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
- Referral programme

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

**Experience**:

- TMS systems: 1 year (required)
- Transport planning: 2 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

- OLAT or CPC (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: Transport Planner - Steph

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