Transport Planner: Route Optimisation & Compliance (Hybrid)

Airport Placements; Ashford; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics firm in Ashford is seeking a proactive Transport Planner to manage delivery schedules and ensure compliance with transport regulations. The ideal candidate will have previous experience in transport planning, strong organisational skills, and must hold a full UK driving licence. This is a full-time, permanent position with a salary of £30,000 to £35,000 depending on experience, with the possibility of hybrid working.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in transport planning and delivery scheduling.
• Experience with managing drivers' hours and regulatory compliance.
• Full UK driving licence is essential due to role location.

Responsibilities

• Plan daily and weekly delivery schedules to optimise vehicle utilisation.
• Allocate work to drivers and ensure legal hours are adhered to.
• Monitor compliance with driving licence and vehicle documentation.
• React to operational issues and re-route as required.
• Maintain records and produce performance reports.
• Liaise with various internal teams.

Skills

Transport planning experience

Regulatory compliance management

Organisational skills

Problem-solving skills

Teamwork

Good IT skills

Tools

Route-planning software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

A logistics firm in Ashford is seeking a proactive Transport Planner to manage delivery schedules and ensure compliance with transport regulations. The ideal candidate will have previous experience in transport planning, strong organisational skills, and must hold a full UK driving licence. This is a full-time, permanent position with a salary of £30,000 to £35,000 depending on experience, with the possibility of hybrid working.