Transport Planner

Transport Planner Location: LivingstonContract: Initial 12-month contract with potential for extensionPay: £14.93 per hourWorking Hours\n

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• Initial training: 7:00–8:00 AM start, finishing 3:00–4:00 PM
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• Following training: 11:00 AM–12:00 PM start, finishing 7:00–8:00 PM
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Key Responsibilities\n

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• Plan and coordinate deliveries to ensure on-time service and maximum fleet utilisation.
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• Monitor delivery progress and communicate any delays with drivers and customers.
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• Manage daily transport operations, including driver briefings and debriefings.
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• Ensure compliance with Driver Hours, Tachograph, Working Time Directive (WTD), and Health & Safety regulations.
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• Source agency drivers and subcontractors when required.
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• Maintain transport records, reports, and operational documentation.
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• Monitor driver compliance and support performance reviews where required.
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• Coordinate transport activities with internal depots and external partners.
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• Contribute to achieving operational KPIs and continuous improvement initiatives.
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Skills & Experience\n

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• Previous experience in a busy transport planning or transport office environment.
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• Good knowledge of Driver Hours, Tachograph, and WTD legislation.
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• Understanding of transport management systems and fleet planning.
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• Strong IT and administrative skills.
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• Commercial awareness and understanding of Health & Safety requirements.
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• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
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• Ability to prioritise workload and work effectively under pressure.
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• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
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• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
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• Experience managing driver activities is desirable.
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