Transport Planner

Transport Planner

Location:

Avonmouth
Salary: £40,000 per annum

Hours:

6:30am – 5:00pm (1 hour lunch)
Benefits:
Company hybrid vehicle, 21 days holiday plus bank holidays, employee assistance programme, career progression opportunities

We are currently recruiting on behalf of a well-established and fast-growing business operating across the South West. An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Transport Planner to join a busy and fast-paced logistics operation.

This role will suit an organised and proactive individual with experience or a strong interest in transport planning, logistics, or fleet coordination.

The Role

Reporting into senior management, you will support the daily planning and routing of a fleet of tipper vehicles, ensuring efficient, cost-effective deliveries and collections across the region.

Key responsibilities include:

* Assisting with the management and utilisation of an in-house haulage fleet and subcontractors

* Acting as the main point of contact for drivers and subcontracted hauliers

* Planning and optimising daily routes with a focus on efficiency and cost control

* Liaising with customers to arrange delivery and collection times

* Providing drivers with routing information and site-specific instructions

* Re-routing vehicles quickly and effectively when required

* Tracking vehicle progress and updating customers when necessary

* Monitoring road network issues and advising drivers accordingly

* Coordinating information between operations, yard, and workshop teams

* Assisting with accident investigations and reporting

* Completing administrative duties accurately using transport and weighbridge systems (training provided)

* Supporting the wider team with ad-hoc duties as required

The Candidate

The successful candidate will be highly organised, calm under pressure, and comfortable working in a fast-moving operational environment.

You will ideally have:

* Previous experience in transport planning, logistics, or fleet management

* Good geographical knowledge or route-planning/scheduling experience

* A full UK driving licence

* Strong time-management skills and the ability to work independently

* Confidence using Microsoft Office and other office systems

* Excellent communication skills with a professional and polite manner

* A flexible attitude and strong work ethic

The Package

* Salary of £40,000 per annum

* Company hybrid vehicle

* 21 days holiday plus bank holidays

* Employee assistance programme

* Opportunities for long-term progression within the business

If you are looking for your next challenge in transport or logistics and want to join a stable and growing organisation, please apply today.

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