Transport Planner

Job Description

£35,000 - £37,000 depending on experience

25 Days Holiday (Plus bank holidays)

+ Pension + Life Assurance + Health Cash Plan + Free Social Events

Do you have experience in Transport planning in particular HGV’s?

If so, Workshop Recruitment is working with a well-established environmental services company to recruit an experienced Transport Planner. This is an excellent…

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£35,000 - £37,000 depending on experience

25 Days Holiday (Plus bank holidays)

+ Pension + Life Assurance + Health Cash Plan + Free Social Events

Do you have experience in Transport planning in particular HGV’s?

If so, Workshop Recruitment is working with a well-established environmental services company to recruit an experienced Transport Planner. This is an excellent opportunity for a Transport Planner to join a busy and supportive operations team in a fast-paced environment. The Transport Planner will play a key role in coordinating daily transport activities, ensuring efficient scheduling and excellent service delivery. This position suits a highly organised Transport Planner who thrives on problem-solving and managing changing priorities.

Working from a head office environment, the Transport Planner will liaise closely with drivers, customers, and internal teams to keep operations running smoothly and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

  • Plan and optimise daily schedules for mainly Skip truck transport operations
  • Coordinate deliveries, exchanges, and collections to meet customer needs
  • Communicate with drivers, providing instructions and updates throughout the day
  • Monitor job progress and adjust plans to manage delays or urgent requests
  • Maintain accurate stock records and ensure correct allocation
  • Handle customer queries and resolve issues promptly and professionally
  • Ensure compliance with transport regulations and company procedures
  • Update and manage operational data using planning systems

Skills & Knowledge Required

  • Proven experience as a Transport Planner or in a similar logistics role
  • Strong organisational and multitasking abilities
  • Excellent communication skills with drivers and customers
  • Confident decision-making and problem-solving skills
  • Good IT skills, including transport planning systems
  • High attention to detail and accuracy
  • Ability to work effectively under pressure
  • Experience in waste, recycling, or environmental services (desirable)

Hours

  • Monday to Friday 7am – 5pm

Job Description

£35,000 - £37,000 depending on experience

25 Days Holiday (Plus bank holidays)

+ Pension + Life Assurance + Health Cash Plan + Free Social Events

Do you have experience in Transport planning in particular HGV’s?

If so, Workshop Recruitment is working with a well-established environmental services company to recruit an experienced Transport Planner. This is an excellent opportunity for a Transport Planner to join a busy and supportive operations team in a fast-paced environment. The Transport Planner will play a key role in coordinating daily transport activities, ensuring efficient scheduling and excellent service delivery. This position suits a highly organised Transport Planner who thrives on problem-solving and managing changing priorities.

Working from a head office environment, the Transport Planner will liaise closely with drivers, customers, and internal teams to keep operations running smoothly and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

  • Plan and optimise daily schedules for mainly Skip truck transport operations
  • Coordinate deliveries, exchanges, and collections to meet customer needs
  • Communicate with drivers, providing instructions and updates throughout the day
  • Monitor job progress and adjust plans to manage delays or urgent requests
  • Maintain accurate stock records and ensure correct allocation
  • Handle customer queries and resolve issues promptly and professionally
  • Ensure compliance with transport regulations and company procedures
  • Update and manage operational data using planning systems

Skills & Knowledge Required

  • Proven experience as a Transport Planner or in a similar logistics role
  • Strong organisational and multitasking abilities
  • Excellent communication skills with drivers and customers
  • Confident decision-making and problem-solving skills
  • Good IT skills, including transport planning systems
  • High attention to detail and accuracy
  • Ability to work effectively under pressure
  • Experience in waste, recycling, or environmental services (desirable)

Hours

  • Monday to Friday 7am – 5pm

Job Summary

Location: Hook
Salary: £35000.00 - £37000.00 Per Annum
Contract Type: Permanent
Sector: Transport & Logistics
Division: Commercial
Date: 7th May 2026

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Job Summary

Location: Hook
Salary: £35000.00 - £37000.00 Per Annum
Contract Type: Permanent
Sector: Transport & Logistics
Division: Commercial
7th May 2026

Apply now

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