At a Glance
- Tasks: Plan and optimise delivery routes for vehicles across the UK.
- Company: Join a dynamic team in Swindon with a focus on efficiency.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working hours, and immediate start.
- Other info: Temporary role with potential for extension and great team environment.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on logistics while developing your planning skills.
- Qualifications: Strong organisational skills and previous planning experience required.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
We are currently recruiting for a Transport Planner for a 3 month period (potentially longer) based in the Swindon area.
About the Transport Planner role:
- Working hours are Monday to Friday, 9am-5.30pm (40 hours paid).
- Flexible working may be required to cover holidays.
- Salary is £30K pro rata.
- Temporary role - minimum 3 month period.
- Based in Swindon (SN3).
- Immediate start.
Duties & responsibilities for the Transport Planner role:
- Plan, optimise & communicate local and nationwide delivery routes for vehicles.
- Effectively plan loads to vehicles ensuring on-time deliveries.
- Ensure all routes are legally compliant in line with driver's hours legislation, working time directive and vehicle weight restrictions.
- Ensure all operational goals are met whilst maintaining focus on customer requirements.
- Communicate efficiently and effectively with both team members and other departments.
Skills / Experience required for the Transport Planner role:
- Strong planning and organisational skills and the ability to manage a variety of tasks simultaneously.
- Strong attention to detail.
- A good geographical knowledge is essential.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Previous experience of working in a planning or similar role is required.
- A good understanding of driver's hours would be beneficial.
- Good IT knowledge to include Microsoft Excel, Word etc.
To be considered for the Transport Planner role apply today!
Operations Administrator in Swindon employer: 911 Staffing Ltd
Join our dynamic team as a Transport Planner in Swindon, where we prioritise employee well-being and professional growth. Our supportive work culture fosters collaboration and innovation, offering flexible working arrangements to accommodate personal needs. With competitive pay and opportunities for skill development, we are committed to making your experience both meaningful and rewarding.
