Central Transport Planner Hybrid £29,257.58 As a Central Transport Planner, you'll be responsible for planning and coordinating the daily transport activities that keep our mill operations running smoothly. Working within our central logistics team, you'll ensure the efficient movement of Paper and Fibre transportation for DS Smiths Logistics service provision commitment. You'll use transport management systems and analytical tools to optimise routes, maximise vehicle utilisation, and reduce costs - all while maintaining our high standards of safety and compliance. The role will require good communication at various levels of the business, and will require strong peer-group links between Paper, Recycling, Packaging, Paper Supply and Procurement. Key Responsibilities The CTP Planner must have an established Logistics network understanding along with excellent day-to-day operational knowledge of UK transport operations. They must be adept in the planning of a large 24/7 in-house fleet that is supported by sub-contract facilities. Plan and schedule transport operations for inbound and outbound materials across the DS Smith network Work closely with production, logistics, and customer service teams to align transport with operational needs Optimise fleet usage and subcontractor performance to meet service and cost targets Monitor transport performance, resolve issues, and implement continuous improvements Maintain accurate data within the transport management system and produce daily/weekly reports Ensure all transport activities comply with legal, safety, and environmental standards Support the implementation of sustainability initiatives within the logistics function Person Specification Experience in transport planning, logistics coordination, or supply chain operations (preferably in manufacturing or distribution) Strong understanding of UK transport regulations and compliance standards Proficient in using transport management systems (TMS) and Microsoft Excel Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills with attention to detail Ability to work effectively under pressure and adapt to changing priorities Strong communication and teamwork skills CPC qualification (National or International). Experience with large-scale industrial or paper manufacturing environments Knowledge of sustainability or carbon reduction initiatives in logistics Familiarity with SAP or similar ERP systems What we can offer you: Competitive salary Qualifying Sick Pay scheme Pension scheme & Life insurance Share Save scheme Income Protection 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays Employee Assistance Programme Virtual GP, Occupational Health & free Flu vaccine Cycle to Work and shopping discounts We are DS Smith, together with International Paper, we are a global leader in sustainable packaging solutions and other fibre-based products. We believe a better, more sustainable tomorrow is possible with the right people, who challenge and support one another to enact positive change. We employ more than 65,000 colleagues in North America and Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA), who are experts in innovation, manufacturing, design, sales, sustainability, supply chain, and much more. Together with our customers, we make the world safer and more productive, one sustainable packaging solution at a time. Become part of a world-leading organisation and do your best work with us! "To fulfil our purpose of redefining packaging for a changing world, we aim to build a diverse, motivated, and engaged workforce. Our goal is to create a culture of inclusion where everyone is treated fairly, differences are valued, and everyone has an equal opportunity to succeed. Our people come from diverse backgrounds, bring different perspectives, ideas and experiences to generate unique solutions focused on present and future sustainability challenges. We welcome all candidates to apply, even those not meeting all criteria."
Oct 21, 2025
Full time
Central Transport Planner Hybrid £29,257.58 As a Central Transport Planner, you'll be responsible for planning and coordinating the daily transport activities that keep our mill operations running smoothly. Working within our central logistics team, you'll ensure the efficient movement of Paper and Fibre transportation for DS Smiths Logistics service provision commitment. You'll use transport management systems and analytical tools to optimise routes, maximise vehicle utilisation, and reduce costs - all while maintaining our high standards of safety and compliance. The role will require good communication at various levels of the business, and will require strong peer-group links between Paper, Recycling, Packaging, Paper Supply and Procurement. Key Responsibilities The CTP Planner must have an established Logistics network understanding along with excellent day-to-day operational knowledge of UK transport operations. They must be adept in the planning of a large 24/7 in-house fleet that is supported by sub-contract facilities. Plan and schedule transport operations for inbound and outbound materials across the DS Smith network Work closely with production, logistics, and customer service teams to align transport with operational needs Optimise fleet usage and subcontractor performance to meet service and cost targets Monitor transport performance, resolve issues, and implement continuous improvements Maintain accurate data within the transport management system and produce daily/weekly reports Ensure all transport activities comply with legal, safety, and environmental standards Support the implementation of sustainability initiatives within the logistics function Person Specification Experience in transport planning, logistics coordination, or supply chain operations (preferably in manufacturing or distribution) Strong understanding of UK transport regulations and compliance standards Proficient in using transport management systems (TMS) and Microsoft Excel Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills with attention to detail Ability to work effectively under pressure and adapt to changing priorities Strong communication and teamwork skills CPC qualification (National or International). Experience with large-scale industrial or paper manufacturing environments Knowledge of sustainability or carbon reduction initiatives in logistics Familiarity with SAP or similar ERP systems What we can offer you: Competitive salary Qualifying Sick Pay scheme Pension scheme & Life insurance Share Save scheme Income Protection 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays Employee Assistance Programme Virtual GP, Occupational Health & free Flu vaccine Cycle to Work and shopping discounts We are DS Smith, together with International Paper, we are a global leader in sustainable packaging solutions and other fibre-based products. We believe a better, more sustainable tomorrow is possible with the right people, who challenge and support one another to enact positive change. We employ more than 65,000 colleagues in North America and Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA), who are experts in innovation, manufacturing, design, sales, sustainability, supply chain, and much more. Together with our customers, we make the world safer and more productive, one sustainable packaging solution at a time. Become part of a world-leading organisation and do your best work with us! "To fulfil our purpose of redefining packaging for a changing world, we aim to build a diverse, motivated, and engaged workforce. Our goal is to create a culture of inclusion where everyone is treated fairly, differences are valued, and everyone has an equal opportunity to succeed. Our people come from diverse backgrounds, bring different perspectives, ideas and experiences to generate unique solutions focused on present and future sustainability challenges. We welcome all candidates to apply, even those not meeting all criteria."
HGV Class 1 Driver Kemsley Paper Mill, Sittingbourne, ME10 2TD Salary range : Day driver (5 days a week) £39,898.16 Working hours: 12 hours days, starting between 04:00am and 07:00am. 48 hour per week. Monday - Friday DS Smith Logistics operate a large fleet of HGV Class 1 vehicles, with curtain-sider trailers, delivering and collecting DS Smith products from within the UK from our 4 depots based in Avonmouth, Launceston, Tuxford and Sittingbourne. Safety is paramount to us, and we pride ourselves on our strong safety culture and record, along with a commitment to full compliance within the industry. We use industry leading fleet equipment and technology in our modern vehicle fleet. We offer bespoke ongoing training, including free in-house 1-to-1 DCPC courses as standard, and we hold industry awards for our commitment to the environment. As a driver, you will be required to transport paper materials to various UK locations or the collection of raw materials to return to your home depot. We offer a positive work / life balance and an unrivalled host of benefits and support when you join us in the DS Smith family. Applying is easy just click on the link to upload your CV. About you: Must have a Category Class 1 License, a valid DCPC, a valid Digital Tacho card. Safe & efficient, have good attention to detail, flexible, a 'can do' attitude and able to work as part of a team. Travel time to and from site (ME10 2TD) must not exceed 45 minutes, to comply with driving safety regulations. What's in it for you: We offer bespoke ongoing training, including free in-house 1-to-1 DCPC courses as standard, and we hold industry awards for our commitment to the environment. We operate a large fleet of HGV Class 1 vehicles with curtain-side trailers, delivering and collecting DS Smith product within the UK from. We use up-to-date fleet equipment and technology, and of course, safety is paramount to us; we pride ourselves on our strong safety culture and record, as well as our high commitment to customer satisfaction. Benefits: Competitive salary plus Enhanced Weekend and Bank Holiday working 25 days' holiday plus UK Bank Holidays Free DCPC , free uniform & PPE Flexible Working options Qualifying Sick Pay scheme Pension scheme Income Protection & Life insurance EAP, Virtual GP, Occupational Health, Driver medical reimbursement, free eye test and mental health first aiders and free Flu vaccine. Long service award gifts, retirement gifts and Christmas voucher Employee Recognition Scheme 'Smithies' & 'Driver of the Month' "To fulfil our purpose of redefining packaging for a changing world, we aim to build a diverse, motivated, and engaged workforce. Our goal is to create a culture of inclusion where everyone is treated fairly, differences are valued, and everyone has an equal opportunity to succeed. Our people come from diverse backgrounds, bring different perspectives, ideas and experiences to generate unique solutions focused on present and future sustainability challenges. We welcome all candidates to apply, even those not meeting all criteria."
Oct 21, 2025
Full time
HGV Class 1 Driver Kemsley Paper Mill, Sittingbourne, ME10 2TD Salary range : Day driver (5 days a week) £39,898.16 Working hours: 12 hours days, starting between 04:00am and 07:00am. 48 hour per week. Monday - Friday DS Smith Logistics operate a large fleet of HGV Class 1 vehicles, with curtain-sider trailers, delivering and collecting DS Smith products from within the UK from our 4 depots based in Avonmouth, Launceston, Tuxford and Sittingbourne. Safety is paramount to us, and we pride ourselves on our strong safety culture and record, along with a commitment to full compliance within the industry. We use industry leading fleet equipment and technology in our modern vehicle fleet. We offer bespoke ongoing training, including free in-house 1-to-1 DCPC courses as standard, and we hold industry awards for our commitment to the environment. As a driver, you will be required to transport paper materials to various UK locations or the collection of raw materials to return to your home depot. We offer a positive work / life balance and an unrivalled host of benefits and support when you join us in the DS Smith family. Applying is easy just click on the link to upload your CV. About you: Must have a Category Class 1 License, a valid DCPC, a valid Digital Tacho card. Safe & efficient, have good attention to detail, flexible, a 'can do' attitude and able to work as part of a team. Travel time to and from site (ME10 2TD) must not exceed 45 minutes, to comply with driving safety regulations. What's in it for you: We offer bespoke ongoing training, including free in-house 1-to-1 DCPC courses as standard, and we hold industry awards for our commitment to the environment. We operate a large fleet of HGV Class 1 vehicles with curtain-side trailers, delivering and collecting DS Smith product within the UK from. We use up-to-date fleet equipment and technology, and of course, safety is paramount to us; we pride ourselves on our strong safety culture and record, as well as our high commitment to customer satisfaction. Benefits: Competitive salary plus Enhanced Weekend and Bank Holiday working 25 days' holiday plus UK Bank Holidays Free DCPC , free uniform & PPE Flexible Working options Qualifying Sick Pay scheme Pension scheme Income Protection & Life insurance EAP, Virtual GP, Occupational Health, Driver medical reimbursement, free eye test and mental health first aiders and free Flu vaccine. Long service award gifts, retirement gifts and Christmas voucher Employee Recognition Scheme 'Smithies' & 'Driver of the Month' "To fulfil our purpose of redefining packaging for a changing world, we aim to build a diverse, motivated, and engaged workforce. Our goal is to create a culture of inclusion where everyone is treated fairly, differences are valued, and everyone has an equal opportunity to succeed. Our people come from diverse backgrounds, bring different perspectives, ideas and experiences to generate unique solutions focused on present and future sustainability challenges. We welcome all candidates to apply, even those not meeting all criteria."
LGV Driver Class 1 Job Description LGV Class 1 Driver Tuxford, Nottinghamshire, NG22 0NL Salary range : Day driver (5 days a week) £41,135.00 Working hours: 12 hours days, starting between 04:00am and 07:00am. 48 hour per week. Are you currently wondering where your next shift will come from? Perhaps you are a newly qualified Class 1 Driver who is looking to start your driving career? Maybe you just want to join a world-leading FSTE 100 company widening your opportunities to build a new career. Whatever your reasons, we have a role for you! As a Class 1 Driver, you will be required to transport paper and packaging materials to various UK locations. About you: Must have a Category Class 1 Licence, a valid DCPC, a valid Digital Tacho card. Safe & efficient, have good attention to detail, flexible, a 'can do' attitude and able to work as part of a team. Must be able to work nights What's in it for you: We offer bespoke ongoing training, including free in-house 1-to-1 DCPC courses as standard, and we hold industry awards for our commitment to the environment. We operate a large fleet of HGV Class 1 vehicles with curtain-side trailers, delivering and collecting DS Smith product within the UK from. We use up-to-date fleet equipment and technology, and of course, safety is paramount to us; we pride ourselves on our strong safety culture and record, as well as our high commitment to customer satisfaction. Benefits: Competitive salary plus Enhanced Weekend and Bank Holiday working 25 days' holiday plus UK Bank Holidays Free DCPC , free uniform & PPE Flexible Working options Qualifying Sick Pay scheme Pension scheme Income Protection & Life insurance EAP, Virtual GP, Occupational Health, Driver medical reimbursement, free eye test and mental health first aiders and free Flu vaccine. Long service award gifts, retirement gifts and Christmas voucher Employee Recognition Scheme 'Smithies' & 'Driver of the Month' We are DS Smith, together with International Paper, we are a global leader in sustainable packaging solutions and other fibre-based products. We believe a better, more sustainable tomorrow is possible with the right people, who challenge and support one another to enact positive change. We employ more than 65,000 colleagues in North America and Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA), who are experts in innovation, manufacturing, design, sales, sustainability, supply chain, and much more. Together with our customers, we make the world safer and more productive, one sustainable packaging solution at a time. Become part of a world-leading organisation and do your best work with us! "To fulfil our purpose of redefining packaging for a changing world, we aim to build a diverse, motivated, and engaged workforce. Our goal is to create a culture of inclusion where everyone is treated fairly, differences are valued, and everyone has an equal opportunity to succeed. Our people come from diverse backgrounds, bring different perspectives, ideas and experiences to generate unique solutions focused on present and future sustainability challenges. We welcome all candidates to apply, even those not meeting all criteria."
Oct 20, 2025
Full time
LGV Driver Class 1 Job Description LGV Class 1 Driver Tuxford, Nottinghamshire, NG22 0NL Salary range : Day driver (5 days a week) £41,135.00 Working hours: 12 hours days, starting between 04:00am and 07:00am. 48 hour per week. Are you currently wondering where your next shift will come from? Perhaps you are a newly qualified Class 1 Driver who is looking to start your driving career? Maybe you just want to join a world-leading FSTE 100 company widening your opportunities to build a new career. Whatever your reasons, we have a role for you! As a Class 1 Driver, you will be required to transport paper and packaging materials to various UK locations. About you: Must have a Category Class 1 Licence, a valid DCPC, a valid Digital Tacho card. Safe & efficient, have good attention to detail, flexible, a 'can do' attitude and able to work as part of a team. Must be able to work nights What's in it for you: We offer bespoke ongoing training, including free in-house 1-to-1 DCPC courses as standard, and we hold industry awards for our commitment to the environment. We operate a large fleet of HGV Class 1 vehicles with curtain-side trailers, delivering and collecting DS Smith product within the UK from. We use up-to-date fleet equipment and technology, and of course, safety is paramount to us; we pride ourselves on our strong safety culture and record, as well as our high commitment to customer satisfaction. Benefits: Competitive salary plus Enhanced Weekend and Bank Holiday working 25 days' holiday plus UK Bank Holidays Free DCPC , free uniform & PPE Flexible Working options Qualifying Sick Pay scheme Pension scheme Income Protection & Life insurance EAP, Virtual GP, Occupational Health, Driver medical reimbursement, free eye test and mental health first aiders and free Flu vaccine. Long service award gifts, retirement gifts and Christmas voucher Employee Recognition Scheme 'Smithies' & 'Driver of the Month' We are DS Smith, together with International Paper, we are a global leader in sustainable packaging solutions and other fibre-based products. We believe a better, more sustainable tomorrow is possible with the right people, who challenge and support one another to enact positive change. We employ more than 65,000 colleagues in North America and Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA), who are experts in innovation, manufacturing, design, sales, sustainability, supply chain, and much more. Together with our customers, we make the world safer and more productive, one sustainable packaging solution at a time. Become part of a world-leading organisation and do your best work with us! "To fulfil our purpose of redefining packaging for a changing world, we aim to build a diverse, motivated, and engaged workforce. Our goal is to create a culture of inclusion where everyone is treated fairly, differences are valued, and everyone has an equal opportunity to succeed. Our people come from diverse backgrounds, bring different perspectives, ideas and experiences to generate unique solutions focused on present and future sustainability challenges. We welcome all candidates to apply, even those not meeting all criteria."
