Transport Planner
Widnes, Cheshire
£31,000 - £34,000
Monday – Friday, Days
Situated in Widnes, I am currently hiring an experienced Transport Planner to join a large organisation specializing in Road Haulage into the renewables sector across the UK.
They are in search of a skilled Transport Planner to enhance the existing transport operation, playing a key role in supporting the logistics function and providing customers with a seamless end-to-end solution for their transport needs.
The Candidate;
Transport Planning experience for HGVs is essential
Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.
Flexible and adaptable approach to work.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent organizational abilities.
Solid understanding of Working Time Directive and driver regulations.
Good geographical knowledge.
Proven ability to problem-solve in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to build and maintain strong working relationships with both internal and external colleagues.
Previous experience in transport planning or operations.
Duties and Responsibilities;
Daily Planning: Maintain the current daily transport plan while effectively organizing the next day's workload.
Driver Communication: Engage in strong and consistent communication with drivers on a daily basis.
Work Allocation: Assign tasks to drivers in compliance with the Working Time Directive (WTD) regulations.
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