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Container Transport Planner
White Recruitment Construction
Southampton
On-site
GBP 40,000
Full time
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Job summary
An established industry player in transport is seeking a skilled Transport Planner to optimize routing for their fleet in Southampton. This role involves planning efficient routes for company-owned vehicles, ensuring compliance with regulations, and maintaining excellent communication with customers. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in transport planning, especially with containers, and possess strong geographical knowledge. Join a dynamic team where your expertise will contribute significantly to operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.
Qualifications
- Extensive experience in transport route planning is essential.
- Container experience preferred, but planning background accepted.
Responsibilities
- Routing company-owned vehicles and planning cost-effective routes.
- Ensuring compliance with WTD and Drivers Hours regulations.
Skills
Job description
Container Transport Planner – Southampton – Up to £40,000
Our client, a recognized transport company, is looking for an experienced Transport Planner to join their team in Southampton, UK.
As Transport Planner, you will be experienced in dealing with containers and routing company-owned vehicles UK-wide.
Job type: Permanent
Hours: Monday to Friday (1 in 4 Saturdays)
Salary: Up to £40,000
The Role:
- Routing company-owned vehicles
- Plan routes as cost-effectively as possible
- Plan routes in line with WTD and Drivers Hours
- Ensure all customers are kept up to date
- Complete all necessary admin
- Work with the Manager to ensure that all vehicles comply with company standards
- Perform and correctly implement general administration, e.g., costing, agreeing charge rates with contractors, and handling queries in accordance with the company’s requirements.
The Requirements:
- Extensive transport route planning skills
- Container experience preferred, but a planning background with a transport company will be considered
- Excellent geographical knowledge
- Strong communication skills
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