At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage daily route planning and optimise transport logistics for our fleet.
- Company: Join Toppesfield, a leading surfacing contractor with a people-first culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy up to 25 days annual leave, training opportunities, and performance bonuses.
- Other info: Dynamic environment with excellent career growth and community volunteering opportunities.
- Why this job: Be part of a collaborative team making a real impact on infrastructure.
- Qualifications: Strong organisational skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office required.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
About Toppesfield
Toppesfield isn’t just about asphalt surfacing; it’s about our Topp Team.
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, Power Point, 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?
- 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.
- Job Types
- Full-time, Permanent | Salary: Competitive
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Transport Planner in Claydon employer: Toppesfield
At Toppesfield, we pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and inclusive work culture that values every member of our ToppTeam. As an HR Advisor, you will benefit from comprehensive professional development opportunities, competitive remuneration, and a commitment to work-life balance, all while contributing to the success of the UK's largest independent surfacing contractor. Join us in a dynamic environment where your contributions are recognised and rewarded, making a meaningful impact across diverse projects nationwide.
