At a Glance
- Tasks: Coordinate logistics for HGV Tanker Drivers and ensure efficient operations.
- Company: Join Lanes Group, a diverse and inclusive workplace committed to your growth.
- Benefits: Enjoy 21 days holiday, health cash plan, and a friendly working environment.
- Other info: Great opportunity for career development in a supportive team.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in logistics while building valuable relationships.
- Qualifications: Experience in planning or logistics and strong multitasking skills required.
The predicted salary is between 33000 - 33000 £ per year.
We are looking for a Planner to work on the Monday - Friday day shift with the team of HGV Tanker Drivers who works across the Region. You will be responsible for ensuring that the work is carried out efficiently in line with the Southern Water Contract. The work incorporates tankering various non-hazardous liquids from sites to disposal facilities across the regions. Your work will involve being the main point of contact for clients and stakeholders.
Location: Durrington Head Office, Worthing, West Sussex
Job Type: permanent, full-time
Hours: Monday - Friday (start times to be discussed at interview)
Salary: £33,000 depending on experience
Benefits:
- 21 days holiday (including bank holidays)
- Health cash plan
- Onsite parking
- Auto enrolment pension scheme
- Friendly working environment
Responsibilities:
- Update the job details in Big Change / Ortec based on new information or feedback.
- Close jobs on Big Change if not carried out by drivers.
- Escalate unresolved backlogs to relevant managers.
- Ensure all planning, job, and locations spreadsheets are current and accurate.
- Maintain shared inboxes with timely responses and organised records.
- Capture and log all customer and contractor communications.
- Track Tankering departure timings via Samsara.
- Monitor and respond to reactive work requests and escalations.
- Maintain live operative locations spreadsheets for accurate deployment.
- Coordinate with drivers to confirm dispatch times, routes and availabilities.
- Review and assign client requests promptly via Big Change / Ortec.
- Capture and log changes to job details, site notes and client feedback.
- Update compliance reports and speak to relevant management for any failings.
- Record downtime, delays and reasons for missed SLAs.
- Any ad-hoc tasks from lead planner.
Qualifications/Expectations:
- Experience in a planning or logistics role
- Proficient in Microsoft 365
- Interpersonal, relationship-building and networking skills
- Ability to multitask and prioritise
At Lanes Group, we are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered. We believe that our differences make us stronger and are committed to providing equal opportunities for all employees. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from underrepresented groups.
Lanes Group are a signatory of the 'Charter for Employer Positive About Mental Health' run by Mindful Employer.
Planner in Worthing employer: Lanesgroup
Lanes Group is an exceptional employer that values its employees by offering a supportive work culture and opportunities for professional growth within the legal field. With benefits such as 24 days of annual leave, flexible working arrangements, and a comprehensive pension scheme, the company fosters a balanced work-life environment, making it an ideal place for experienced Employment Solicitors to thrive in their careers.
