Transport Planner

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

Transport Planner

Job Reference: JP130

Location: Ashford, Kent

Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 per annum (DOE)

Contract: Full‑time, Permanent (Hybrid working possible)

This role runs Monday to Friday. It is located in nr. Brabourne, Ashford—driving is essential due to the rural location.

Key responsibilities

• Plan daily and weekly delivery schedules to optimise vehicle utilisation and use the most efficient routes.
• Allocate work to drivers and manage rotas, ensuring legal drivers' hours and rest breaks are adhered to.
• Monitor compliance with driving licence and vehicle documentation requirements.
• React to operational issues (delays, vehicle breakdowns, traffic) and re‑route as required.
• Maintain accurate records and produce regular reports on performance and compliance.
• Liaise with various teams throughout the company.

What we're looking for

• Previous transport planning experience with demonstrable experience planning deliveries.
• Experience managing drivers' hours and ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Driving is essential due to the location of the role; you must hold a full UK driving licence.
• Strong organisational and problem‑solving skills with the ability to work under pressure.
• Good IT skills, including experience with route‑planning/TMS software and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent communication and team‑working skills.