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Transport Planner

Job in Widnes, Cheshire, WA8, England, UK
Listing for: Aspion
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-07-17
Job specializations:
  • Transportation
    Transportation Planning, Transportation & Logistics
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 35000 - 42000 GBP Yearly GBP 35000.00 42000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Transport Planner Container Haulage Operation

Widnes

GBP
35,000 - GBP
42,000 per annum

Monday Friday, Days

I'm currently recruiting for an experienced Container Transport Planner to join a well-established and growing container transport operation based in Widnes.

This is an excellent opportunity for a transport professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has experience planning container movements across the UK. Working Monday to Friday on a day shift, you'll play a key role in ensuring an efficient, compliant and customer‑focused transport operation.

Qualifications
  • Previous experience in a Container Transport Planner role.
  • Strong understanding of container transport operations.
  • Experience using Navis VBS
    .
  • Previous experience using a Transport Management System (TOPS experience desirable).
  • Excellent manual route planning skills.
  • Experience planning and managing a fleet of HGVs.
  • Good knowledge of UK road networks and container ports.
  • Strong communication and customer service skills.
  • Ability to work under pressure and prioritise a busy workload.
  • Excellent problem‑solving and decision‑making abilities.
  • Sound understanding of Driver Hours and Working Time Directive regulations.
Responsibilities
  • Planning and scheduling container movements across the UK.
  • Maximising vehicle utilisation and route efficiency.
  • Liaising with customers, ports, drivers and subcontractors.
  • Monitoring vehicle progress and responding to delays or operational issues.
  • Ensuring customers are kept informed of any service updates or delivery delays.
  • Managing daily driver schedules in line with legal compliance.
  • Supporting and monitoring driver performance.
  • Maintaining accurate transport records and job allocations.
  • Working closely with the wider operations team to deliver exceptional customer service.
  • Identifying opportunities to improve planning efficiency and operational performance.

If you have Transport Planner experience and would like to be considered for this opportunity, please apply via the link.

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