Transport Planner

Transport Planner
Location: Redditch
Salary: Up to £35,000 DOE

Our client is seeking an experienced Transport Planner to join their team and will be responsible for planning and coordinating HGV movements across the transport network.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and optimise vehicle routes to maximise fleet utilisation and delivery performance
• Coordinate fleet schedules and monitor vehicle availability to maintain operational efficiency
• Liaise with drivers, customers, warehouse teams, and internal departments to ensure smooth operations
• Manage route changes, delays, breakdowns, and other operational issues as they arise
• Ensure compliance with transport legislation, driver hours regulations, and operational procedures
• Maintain accurate transport records, reporting, and fleet performance data
• Monitor transport costs and identify opportunities for operational improvements and efficiencies
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across transport operations

Requirements

• Previous experience within transport planning, logistics coordination, or fleet planning
• Good understanding of transport operations, route planning, and driver hours regulations
• Experience working within fast-paced logistics or transport environments
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workload effectively
• Experience using transport planning systems and Microsoft Office packages
• Logistics or transport qualifications beneficial but not essential
• UK Driving Licence advantageous but not essential

Salary & Benefits

• Salary up to £35,000 depending on experience
• Monday to Friday, 09:00 - 18:00 with a 30-minute unpaid break
• Some weekend working may be required during busy periods or emergency situations
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase additional leave
• Pension scheme and company benefits package
• Health and wellbeing support package
• Employee benefits and discount schemes
• Career progression opportunities within a growing operation

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

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