Haulage Transport Planner

Our client are an ambitious and fast growing haulage company specialising in the transportation of aggregrates and road resurfacing materials. We are delighted to be assisting them in their search for a Transport Planner to assist in running their General Haulage operation on a Monday to Friday basis, working between the hours of 11am - 7pm.

Reporting into the Director and Transport Manager, this is a hands-on role where you will be responsible for planning the day to day delivery operation of a busy multi-drop operation and leading by example, getting stuck in with all duties and ensuring a seamless service to all customers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Planning drivers and resources to meet work demands and minimum key performance indicators
• Assigning and maximising the utilization of drivers and vehicles on a daily basis
• Plan all relevant customer deliveries & collections ensuring delivery windows are met
• Co-ordinating with depots and sites to agree schedules and clearance for driver deliveries
• Update all records that relate to transport i.e. deliveries & Returns and rebooking’s
• Source local sub-contractors as and when required
• Ensure the Schedule, transport plan, Load Board and any other work sheet is produced and sent out where required
• Complete driver’s packs each day, ensure each pack has the relevant paperwork in it and the correct instructions for the drivers to complete their jobs
• Manage the drivers ensuring start times are adhered to and support the Transport Manager in ensuring the drivers run under the correct driver’s hours legislation and WTD
• Answer all emails, telephone calls that relate to new jobs bookings with in a timely manner
• Resolve Customer queries / complaints where applicable
• Fully understand agreed KPI’s for the transports department and strive to stay within these margins
• All other transport office related duties

Candidate Requirements:

• Experienced within a fast-paced route planning environment
• Previous General Haulage experience (or similar - Fleet Management) using a variety of vehicles
• Up to date knowledge of the latest transport regulations (Vehicles & Drivers)
• Strong communication skills both written and verbal at all levels

This is a new role created due to the exponential growth of the contracts/business and requires someone with the same aptitude to grow with the business as this role offers great potential to progress and develop in the future. Please apply now for immediate consideration.