Trainee Transport Planner in Bilston, Wolverhampton

Trainee Transport Planner

Location: Wolverhampton
Job Type: Temporary to Permanent
Salary: From £13 per hour, negotiable depending on experience

Build Your Career in Transport Planning

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

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career in transport planning. Whether you have previous experience in transport, logistics or haulage, or simply have a good understanding of the industry, full training and ongoing support will be provided.

You'll have the opportunity to develop your skills, gain valuable industry experience and progress 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 maintaining excellent service for customers and drivers.

What's on Offer?

• Full on-the-job training and ongoing support
• Funded professional training and development
• Clear opportunities for career progression
• Company pension scheme
• 28 days' annual holiday, including bank holidays
• Company mobile phone
• Supportive and friendly working environment

Key Responsibilities

• 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 in resolving operational issues.
• Maintain accurate transport records and ensure all documentation is completed correctly.

Skills & Experience

• 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 and excellent attention to detail.
• Good numerical, written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to remain calm and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Competence in Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel.
• Knowledge of different vehicle, trailer and load types would be advantageous.

Interested?

If you're enthusiastic, organised and keen to develop a career in transport planning, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today to take the next step in your career with an opportunity offering full training, professional development and long-term progression.