Nights Transport Planner

Transport Planner - Nights
Location: Lutterworth
Salary: 35,000 per annum

4 on 4 off

We are currently seeking an experienced Transport Planner to join our Client based in Lutterworth. This is a key role responsible for controlling the efficient deployment and routing of delivery vehicles across the UK, ensuring high levels of customer service while maximising vehicle and driver utilisation within budget.

As a Transport Planner, you will manage route planning, allocate resources effectively, and administer delivery performance metrics. You will work closely with drivers, site managers, and the wider transport team to ensure operational efficiency, regulatory compliance, and health and safety standards are consistently met.

Key responsibilities include:

• Planning workloads in compliance with driver's hours and working time directive legislation
• Using geographical knowledge to maximise fleet efficiency
• Planning vehicle routes to minimise running costs and maximise revenue
• Briefing and de-briefing drivers at the start and end of shifts
• Supervising and managing driver workloads
• Sourcing additional drivers when required
• Reacting to route changes and re-routing as necessary
• Monitoring and ensuring KPIs are met
• Providing detailed and accurate shift handovers
• Maintaining clear and consistent communication with drivers and the depot
• Ensuring drivers have the correct paperwork
• Monitoring driver punctuality using transport software
• Handling driver queries both face to face and over the phone
• Keeping drivers informed of road issues and challenging delays to ensure on-time deliveries
• Working collaboratively within a team of planners to service the existing client base
• Liaising with the Transport Manager regarding vehicle maintenance schedules
• Liaising with Site Managers to obtain and provide key information such as ETAs

Experience:

• Previous experience working as a Transport Planner in a busy, fast-paced transport office
• Experience monitoring and managing drivers
• A solid understanding of transport operating systems
• Good knowledge of tachograph regulations

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All applicants must have an unrestricted right to work in the UK as our client will not support visa sponsorship for this role.