At a Glance
- Tasks: Plan and organise delivery schedules while managing multiple tasks in a busy environment.
- Company: Join a well-established transport planning business in Cambridge.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hands-on role, and long-term career prospects.
- Other info: Dynamic work environment with opportunities for growth.
- Why this job: Make an impact in logistics and enhance your organisational skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in transport planning and strong communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 31000 - 39000 £ per year.
Our client is looking for a Transport Planner to join their team in Cambridge. This position would suit someone with transport planning experience who enjoys working in a busy environment and can manage multiple tasks throughout the day.
Responsibilities
- Planning and organising daily delivery schedules.
- Allocating vehicles and routes to ensure deliveries are completed efficiently.
- Liaising with drivers regarding routes, schedules and any operational issues.
- Arranging deliveries through external carriers and couriers when required.
- Monitoring vehicle servicing, maintenance and repairs.
- Managing tachograph downloads and driver compliance records.
- Carrying out driver licence checks and monitoring CPC requirements.
- Working with warehouse staff to ensure deliveries are prepared on time.
- Dealing with delivery queries and resolving issues when they arise.
- Keeping accurate transport and compliance records.
- Ensuring transport activities are carried out in line with current legislation.
The Candidate
- Experience in transport planning, logistics or a similar role.
- CPC and tachograph knowledge and experience.
- A good understanding of drivers' hours regulations and transport compliance.
- Strong organisational and communication skills.
- Good IT and administration skills.
- Ability to work well under pressure and solve problems as they arise.
- A positive and proactive approach to work.
The Package
- Salary of £31,000 – £39,000 DOE.
- Opportunity to join a well-established business.
- Varied and hands on role.
- Long-term career prospects.
All applicants must hold a minimum of an NVQ Level 2, Scottish NVQ Level 2, or an equivalent qualification relevant to the role applied for. Candidates must also have the legal right to work in the UK or hold a valid visa permitting employment.
Transport Planner - Cambridge - £31,000 - £39,000 employer: Agricultural Recruitment Specialists Ltd
Join a dynamic team in Cambridge as a Transport Planner, where you will thrive in a supportive work culture that values collaboration and efficiency. With competitive salaries and long-term career prospects, this role offers the chance to develop your skills in a fast-paced environment while contributing to the success of a well-established business. Enjoy the unique advantage of working in a vibrant city known for its innovation and growth opportunities.
Contact Details:
Agricultural Recruitment Specialists Ltd Recruitment Team
