Transport Planner

Due to company growth, gap personnel are recruiting an experienced Transport Planner to join an existing dynamic team at our clients Purfleet depot, recognised as a leading haulier specialising in fuels and specialty chemicals.

Salary: £32,000-£38,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
Type: Full-time, permanent postion 
Shift: Shell shift pattern with rotating day and night shifts, including weekends.

• Week 1: 3 days (10.5 hrs and flexible)
• Week 2: 4 days (10.5 hrs and flexible)
• Week 3: 5 Nights

Responsibilities:

• Oversee the full delivery operation, from order acceptance to invoicing.
• Input daily KPIs, resolve delivery and collection issues, and handle all paperwork.
• Effectively manage a demanding transport plan, scheduling next-day and same-day deliveries for multiple clients.
• Ensure adherence to all transport legislation.
• Promote and maintain strong health and safety standards.
• Monitor fleet maintenance needs, coordinating with the Fleet Department.
• Engage in ongoing professional development to stay current with legal, technical, and industry best practices.
• Liaise with customers to provide tailored support and solutions.

Skills & Competencies:

• Previous experience in a Transport Planner role is essential (experience in the fuels industry is a plus).
• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced, high-demand transport office.
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks independently.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Comprehensive knowledge of WTD, Drivers Hours, Tachographs, and relevant transport legislation.
• Ability to prioritize workloads and collaborate effectively within a team.
• High attention to detail with strong analytical skills.
• Proficient in IT, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) and CRM systems.

Company Benefits:

• 23 days of holiday (days in leu for BH)
• Company Pension
• Death in Service benefit*
• Access to the Private Medical Scheme*
• Costco membership*
• Gym membership with a +1 Buddy*
• Shell fuel card with discounted rates*
• Online Discount programme - from day 1

*following 6 months of service

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Transport Planner looking to join a forward-thinking, supportive, and growing company.

If you are interested in this opportunity and meet the requirements, please submit your CV to (url removed) or call us at (phone number removed)

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