VTA Recruitment is recruiting a Transport Planner on behalf of our client based in Southport. They provide reliable and responsible waste management solutions for materials including liquids, solids, fuels and chemicals, as well as delivering a range of supporting services. They are fully accredited, offer nationwide coverage, and provide solutions across the following four key areas: Automotive, Marine, Chemical, Industrial & Manufacturing.
As a Transport Planner you will manage the daily operations of the companies’ BULK hazardous waste collection fleet – liquid artic vacuum and GP tankers.
Benefits:
* Company pension
* On-site parking
* Monday to Friday
* Full time - permanent
Key Responsibilities/Experience:
* Qualified and experienced transport planner
* Forward planning for 15 trucks
* Communication and driver management skills
* Data analysis and route planning for multi pick up
* Economics awareness and efficiency maximisation.
* Technical Proficiency, using software and proven UK geographic knowledge
* Ability to precisely analyse data and execute efficient routing
* Excellent communication skills, ability to interact with drivers, colleagues and customers
* Able to understand route building and recognise issues and optimise solutions
* Proven knowledge of transport regulations
* Able to change and accommodate the daily dynamics of fleet management
* Skilled in accurate daily reporting
Above all, we are looking for someone with the following qualities:
* Excellent communication skills, confidence to liaise with drivers, clients and team members.
* Methodical approach to problem solving and excellent attention to detail
* Ability to produce clear, precise and coherent analysis and reports
* Ability to work as a part of a team and under own initiative
* A “ Can Do Attitude” and willingness to succeed
Job Details:
* Southport (PR9)
* 40 hours per week
* Day Shift
* Monday to Friday
* £28k per annum