Transport Planner – £37,000 + Bonus

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Transport Planner to join our busy operation in North Weald. The role involves managing daily collections and deliveries, optimising fleet utilisation and ensuring compliance with transport legislation while working closely with drivers, customers and subcontractors.

Key responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate daily collections and deliveries to meet customer time windows.
• Optimise routes, vehicle utilisation and driver schedules to improve efficiency and profitability.
• Liaise with drivers on routes, delays and operational issues.
• Communicate with customers, manage expectations and handle delivery queries.
• Source and coordinate subcontractors when required.
• Ensure compliance with Driver Hours, Working Time Directive and other transport regulations.
• Conduct driver briefings and debriefings, maintaining accurate documentation.
• Monitor and report on late loads and overall transport performance.
• Maintain transport records, planning systems and vehicle servicing schedules.

Required profile

• Previous experience as a Transport Planner, Logistics Planner, Transport Coordinator or similar.
• Strong knowledge of Driver Hours, tachograph regulations and Working Time Directive.
• Experience using transport management systems or planning software.
• Excellent communication, organisational and problem‑solving abilities.
• Commercial awareness and ability to prioritise under pressure.

Required skills

• Transport Management System (TMS)
• Route planning software