Transport Planner

Transport Planner - Swindon, Wiltshire

People Solutions are currently recruiting for a Transport Planner to join our well-established client based in Swindon, Wiltshire.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a successful and growing transport operation offering a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and genuine opportunities for career development.

This role would suit candidates who have previously worked as a Transport Coordinator, Logistics Planner or Transport Administrator and have a strong understanding of transport compliance and fleet operations.

Shift Pattern:

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• Monday to Friday
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• 11:00 - 20:00
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Benefits:

As a Transport Planner, you will receive:

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• £34,000 - £36,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
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• Extended Christmas closure
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• Contributory pension scheme from day one
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• Free onsite parking
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• Online payslips
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• Uniform provided following successful completion of probation
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• Access to a benefits platform offering hundreds of discounts on everyday purchases, including food, drink, cinema tickets, clothing, and homeware
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• Employee Assistance Programme with a twenty-four-hour confidential helpline
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Day-to-Day Duties:

As a Transport Planner, your duties will include:

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• Planning and coordinating daily vehicle movements and driver schedules across the UK
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• Ensuring fleet utilisation is efficient, cost-effective, and meets operational requirements
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• Monitoring driver hours, tachograph compliance, and transport KPIs
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• Maintaining accurate transport records, servicing schedules, and compliance documentation
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• Supporting route optimisation to improve efficiency and service levels
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• Assisting with fleet maintenance planning, MOT scheduling, and defect reporting
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• Liaising with drivers and internal teams to ensure smooth day-to-day transport operations
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Essential Skills:

To be successful in this role, you will need:

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• Previous experience in a Transport Planner, Transport Coordinator, or similar logistics position
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• Strong understanding of drivers' hours regulations, tachograph requirements, and transport compliance
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• Experience using Transport Management Systems (TMS)
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• Excellent organisational and communication skills
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• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications
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• The ability to prioritise workloads and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
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Desirable Experience:

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• Knowledge of Operator Licence (O-Licence) compliance
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• Previous experience within a 3PL or multi-customer transport operation
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• Experience supporting fleet maintenance and compliance processes
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Training:

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• Full role-specific training and onboarding provided
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• Ongoing support and career development opportunities
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Apply Now:

If you are ready to take the next step in your logistics career and join a professional transport operation offering excellent benefits and long-term career prospects, apply today and a member of our recruitment team will be in touch.

People Solutions do not charge any of their candidates any fees or request deposits at any stage of the recruitment process