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
