Route Optimization Planner – Hybrid Role

HR GO Driving; Ashford; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A transportation services provider located in Ashford is seeking a Transport Planner to manage daily delivery schedules and oversee driver compliance. The position requires previous experience in transport planning and a valid UK driving license due to its rural location. You will be responsible for optimising routes, allocating work to drivers, and ensuring compliance with legal driving regulations, making strong organisational and communication skills essential. The contract is full-time and offers hybrid working options.

Qualifications

• Previous transport planning experience required.
• Must manage drivers' hours and regulatory compliance.
• Driving essential due to rural location.

Responsibilities

• Plan delivery schedules for vehicle optimisation.
• Allocate work to drivers and ensure compliance.
• Monitor driving licence and vehicle documentation.

Skills

Transport planning experience

Driving licence

Organisational skills

Problem-solving skills

IT skills

Communication skills

Team-working skills

Tools

Route-planning software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

A transportation services provider located in Ashford is seeking a Transport Planner to manage daily delivery schedules and oversee driver compliance. The position requires previous experience in transport planning and a valid UK driving license due to its rural location. You will be responsible for optimising routes, allocating work to drivers, and ensuring compliance with legal driving regulations, making strong organisational and communication skills essential. The contract is full-time and offers hybrid working options.