Location:CO6 Area, Essex
Salary: £36,400, rising to £40,000 after 6-month probation
Job Type:Full-Time, 4 on 4 off shift pattern (more day shifts than mid/nights)
Shifts:Day, Mid, and Night (Remote flexibility for night shifts)

Join a Growing, Innovative Logistics Team

Due to continued expansion during a successful period of growth, we are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Transport Plannerto join our high-performing logistics team. You'll be part of a supportive and stable department that takes pride in working together to solve problems and deliver excellent service.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a forward-thinking company known for operational excellence and a collaborative team culture.

Key Responsibilities

Plan and allocate vehicles and HGV drivers to ensure timely deliveries and adherence to service level agreements
Maintain full compliance with Drivers' Hours Regulationsand the Working Time Directive
Liaise with drivers, internal staff, and clients to resolve issues and ensure smooth operations
Respond swiftly to urgent delivery needs and adjust plans accordingly
Oversee vehicle servicing, maintenance scheduling, and MOT arrangements
Support cost reporting and daily operational planning
Handle service-related customer complaints in a professional and timely manner
Use industry software and IT systems to schedule, track, and communicate operations effectively

What Were Looking For

Experience in HGV fleet planning and transport operations
Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to stay calm under pressure
Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively
High attention to detail and capable of managing multiple priorities
Confident with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word

Benefits

Starting salary: £36,400, increasing to £40,000upon successful completion of probation
4 on 4 off rota, including day, mid, and night shifts (nights are remote-flexible)
Company pension scheme
Profit share scheme
Opportunity to join a growing, forward-thinking business during an exciting phase of expansion

Ready to take the next step in your transport planning career?
Apply today and become part of a company that values teamwork, development, and delivering excellence.

Logistics Transport Planner