Junior Transport Planner

Location: Wolverhampton

Job Type: Temporary to Permanent

Salary: From £12.71 per hour Negotiable depending on experience

Our client is looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Junior Transport Planner to join their growing team in Wolverhampton.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in transport, logistics, or general haulage—or someone with a good understanding of the industry—who is looking to develop a long-term career. Full training and ongoing support will be provided, along with genuine opportunities for progression within a successful and expanding business.

Working as part of a busy transport office, you'll support the planning team with the day-to-day operation of the fleet, helping to ensure deliveries run efficiently while providing excellent service to customers and drivers.

• Monday to Friday, full-time hours
• Temporary to permanent opportunity
• Competitive hourly rate from £12.71 per hour (DOE)
• Full on-the-job training and ongoing support
• Funded professional training and development
• Clear opportunities for career progression
• Company pension scheme
• 28 days' holiday (including bank holidays)
• Company mobile phone
• Supportive and friendly working environment

• Provide excellent customer service and build positive relationships with customers.
• Support Senior Transport Planners with the day-to-day administration of the transport office.
• Assist with planning vehicle routes to maximise efficiency and profitability.
• Communicate with drivers, customers, and subcontractors to ensure jobs run smoothly.
• Help coordinate driver, trailer, and vehicle availability.
• Accurately process transport jobs using the company's transport management system.
• Prepare ad hoc quotations for customers.
• Notify relevant parties of abnormal load movements where required.
• Provide drivers with job information and assist with resolving any operational issues.
• Maintain accurate transport records and ensure all documentation is completed correctly.

• A basic understanding of the transport, logistics, or haulage industry.
• Previous experience in transport, logistics, planning, or administration is desirable but not essential.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Good numerical, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to remain calm and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Competent in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Knowledge of different vehicle, trailer, and load types would be advantageous.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

If you're looking to start or develop your career within transport planning and want to join a business that values its people and offers genuine opportunities for training and progression, we'd love to hear from you.

Please note: Due to the high volume of applications, if you have not heard from us within two weeks, unfortunately your application has been unsuccessful.