Transport Planner

Location: Avonmouth
Salary: £40,000 per annum
Hours: 6:30am - 5:00pm (1 hour lunch)
Benefits: Company hybrid vehicle, 21 days holiday plus bank holidays, employee assistance programme, career progression opportunities

We are currently recruiting on behalf of a well-established and fast-growing business operating across the South West. An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Transport Planner to join a busy and fast-paced logistics operation.

This role will suit an organised and proactive individual with experience or a strong interest in transport planning, logistics, or fleet coordination.

The Role

Reporting into senior management, you will support the daily planning and routing of a fleet of tipper vehicles, ensuring efficient, cost-effective deliveries and collections across the region.

Key responsibilities include:

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Assisting with the management and utilisation of an in-house haulage fleet and subcontractors

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Acting as the main point of contact for drivers and subcontracted hauliers

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Planning and optimising daily routes with a focus on efficiency and cost control

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Liaising with customers to arrange delivery and collection times

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Providing drivers with routing information and site-specific instructions

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Re-routing vehicles quickly and effectively when required

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Tracking vehicle progress and updating customers when necessary

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Monitoring road network issues and advising drivers accordingly

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Coordinating information between operations, yard, and workshop teams

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Assisting with accident investigations and reporting

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Completing administrative duties accurately using transport and weighbridge systems (training provided)

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Supporting the wider team with ad-hoc duties as required

The Candidate

The successful candidate will be highly organised, calm under pressure, and comfortable working in a fast-moving operational environment.

You will ideally have:

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Previous experience in transport planning, logistics, or fleet management

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Good geographical knowledge or route-planning/scheduling experience

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A full UK driving licence

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Strong time-management skills and the ability to work independently

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Confidence using Microsoft Office and other office systems

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Excellent communication skills with a professional and polite manner

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A flexible attitude and strong work ethic

The Package

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Salary of £40,000 per annum

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Company hybrid vehicle

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21 days holiday plus bank holidays

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Employee assistance programme

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Opportunities for long-term progression within the business

If you are looking for your next challenge in transport or logistics and want to join a stable and growing organisation, please apply today.

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