Transport Planner

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Do you want to be a valued part of the critical infrastructure that serves communities across Europe and beyond? Are you looking for a position in which you can set direction and help shape our company? If so, then you could be the newest addition to our team as Transport Planner.

Be part of the movement – and play your part

About The Role

Working 4 on 4 off shift pattern, you will be planning our transport operation across the North of Scotland, including Trunking from Glasgow, Inverness and the Western Isles.

You Will Be Responsible For

• Planning movements for approximately 30 vehicles across Inverness & Glasgow.
• Act as point of contact for customers, with particular focus on our retail partners.
• Monitoring of consignments from collection through to delivery.
• Ensures activities are planned in line with legal compliance standards, while delivering best in class customer service.
• Contributes to vehicle maintenance procedures including vehicle rotation, preventive maintenance scheduling and fleet availability/scheduling along with the Compliance Team.
• Ensuring drivers hours (including agency staff) are accurately monitored & recorded.
• Highlight commercial opportunities to senior management as they arise.
• Flexibility to cover holiday periods throughout the year.

About You

Our ideal candidate demonstrates proficiency in problem-solving, planning, and organising, and has expertise in dry and cold chain markets. They will have advanced IT skills, particularly within the Microsoft Office suite, and have exceptional communication abilities, serving as the liaison between drivers, suppliers, colleagues, and customers. Capable of working independently and collaboratively, with a strong initiative, they hold a Transport Manager CPC (preferred but not essential). Additionally, they show adaptability and meticulous planning skills.

We think the strongest teams are built on diversity and inclusivity. Contrasting opinions, varied skills and strong characters bring out the best in us all. And we cannot wait for you to join.

Working at DFDS

Join the movement and grow with us.

Be a valued member of a diverse team at DFDS and help drive change together.

While you’re with us, we want you to develop. At DFDS, we believe that development happens first and foremost through activities in the workplace. We will also offer training courses that can support you in your role, if needed.

Now about what we can give you. You’ll be able to access some fantastic benefits such as:

• Competitive salary package
• Holiday Purchase Scheme
• Health Plan with HSF –Includes benefits like money back on dentistry and glasses etc.
• Free ferry travel for up to four guests between Dover and Calais / Newcastle and Amsterdam with no limit on trips

Are we a match? Then what are you waiting for? Apply Now.

If you think your personality, skills, experience, and desire match this role, we’d love to hear from you. Please send us your CV as soon as possible, as we’re keen to meet potential candidates on an ongoing basis.

We look forward to hearing from you.

About DFDS

We operate a transport network in and around Europe with an annual revenue of DKK 30bn and 17,000 full-time employees.

We move goods in trailers by ferry, road & rail, and we offer complementary and related transport and logistics solutions.

We also move car and foot passengers on short sea and overnight ferry routes.

DFDS was founded in 1866 and headquartered and listed in Copenhagen.

Be part of DFDS and be part of the movement.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Distribution and Administrative

• Industries

  Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage, Truck Transportation, and Hospitality

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