About Toppesfield
Toppesfield isn’t just about asphalt surfacing; it’s about our ToppTeam. Over the last two decades, we have grown into one of the UK’s leading surfacing contractors, working with customers across a wide range of sectors to improve infrastructure, enhance safety, and create lasting value for communities.
As we’ve grown, so has our ambition. Through continuous improvement and a desire to do things differently we’ve expanded our reach across the UK, creating over 350 employment opportunities, establishing a network of depots nationwide and delivering projects across a wide range of sectors.
But our success isn't just about numbers; it's about our incredible team and our shared commitment to excellence.
If you're looking to be part of a company that values its people, promotes collaboration, and sets the industry standard, Toppesfield is your destination. Come be a part of our success story.
Role Description:
As a Transport Planner, you will support the Operations team by proactively managing the daily route planning of our transport fleet, ensuring maximum utilisation. You'll be responsible for coordinating and optimising the movement of plant equipment to ensure efficient, cost-effective, and safe transportation.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage the planning, routing, and logistics of Low Loaders and Sprayers to optimise efficiency.
- Proactively manage and address any necessary changes based on demand.
- Ensure the transport plan is effectively communicated to all relevant parties.
- Schedule and coordinate daily store runs to refuel equipment at Toppesfield sites.
- Work with external transport suppliers to secure adequate coverage at the best possible rates.
- Plan HGV movements in accordance with legal drivers hours and maintenance schedules.
- Identify operational challenges, potential risks, and opportunities to enhance transport efficiency.
- Maintain the haulage register for all externally sourced transport services.
- Handle phone and email inquiries promptly and efficiently
- Continuously seek improvements to enhance transport operations.
- Update internal systems with fleet and plant records.
- Prepare reports related to transportation planning.
- Provide general administrative support for the Transport department.
- Participate in the ‘Out of Hours’ rota, which requires being on call from 18:00-23:00 on a rota basis
Ideal candidates will have:
- Excellent Microsoft Office computer skills (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, e-mail)
- Good organisational skills. Able to plan, prioritise and meet tight deadlines, and the ability to deal with pressure in a professional manner
- Continuous Improvement - Identify and create new and innovative ways of doing business and drive improvements.
- A diligent, conscientious, analytical approach
- Able to act on initiative, identify opportunities & proactive in putting forward ideas & solutions
- High standard of administration skills
- Plans and organises systematically yet flexibly to achieve objectives
- Strong communication skills both verbal and written
Why join Toppesfield?
We’re proud to be a people first business, and in addition to a competitive salary, we’re pleased to offer:
- Generous annual leave: Up to 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, annual leave buy and sell scheme, and years’ service entitlement increase
- Family focused policies: enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
- Training and development opportunities: for continued career development
- People first initiatives: cycle to work scheme, birthday bonus, discount portal, saving scheme, life assurance and company social events
- Employee Assistant Programme (EAP): access to support services for personal and professional wellbeing
- Performance bonus: eligibility for performance-based bonuses
- Employee referral scheme: earn rewards for referring new team members
- Employee volunteering programme: opportunities to give back to the communities we work in
- Supportive culture: a collaborative working environment with opportunities for progression
- Learning and Development: Continuous growth opportunities and training.
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Join us in paving the way for excellence. If you're a motivated, experienced and ready to make a meaningful impact, we invite you to apply and become a valued member of our team at Toppesfield.
To find out more about our company please visit our website www.toppesfield.com or contact the Careers Team careers@toppesfield.com
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent | Salary: Competitive
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Transport Planner employer: Toppesfield Limited
Toppesfield Limited is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work environment where flexibility and growth are at the forefront. With a strong emphasis on employee development and a supportive team culture, you will have the opportunity to enhance your skills while contributing to impactful logistics operations across diverse sites. Our commitment to work-life balance and adaptability ensures that you can thrive both personally and professionally in this rewarding role.
