Transport Planner

Job Description

A dynamic and forward-thinking waste management company are seeking a Transport Planner. As a growing company, they offer opportunities for growth and advancement, as well as a supportive and inclusive work environment. If you are interested in a career that will be both interesting and allow you to progress your skills, then read on!

Company Benefits- £30K DOE, 29 Days Holiday Entitlement, Pension, Company Events, Free Parking, Health Insurance, Training & Development

Transport Planner- Responsibilities Include

• Responsibilities include overseeing the performance and evaluation of operational procedures and risk assessments.
• Collaborate with the Fleet Compliance Manager and SHEQ Manager to maintain and review all Transport department SSoW (Safe Systems of Work) and Risk assessments according to company protocols.
• Conduct internal audits when necessary.
• Analyse departmental near misses to identify and implement lessons learned and best practices.
• Investigate departmental accidents/incidents/road traffic accidents (RTA), ensuring the distribution of final reports to the Transport & SHEQ Managers when required.
• Enhance departmental performance to optimize efficiency in alignment with departmental KPIs.
• Plan, execute, review, and manage all training needs for the Transport Driver Team, including the development of driver training materials that evolve with legislative and company requirements.
• Regularly assess drivers, conduct performance reviews, and arrange additional training as necessary.
• Ensure drivers comply with legal requirements, such as driver's license checks, and maintain training records to ensure their continual availability for company operations.
• Monitor and manage vehicle telematics and driver tachographs using company systems.
• Monitor driver hours to ensure compliance with legal obligations and address infringements with drivers as necessary.
• Support the Fleet Compliance Manager in vehicle maintenance and driver education, adhering to Operator license requirements.
• Regularly maintain and inspect all transport department vehicle equipment to minimize operational downtime.
• Communicate and enforce company standards to staff at all levels.

Transport Planner- Desirables Include

• Outstanding attention to accuracy and detail
• Good communication both verbally and written with colleagues and members of the public.
• At least 1 year of previous work history as either a Transport Planner or similar role within the transport or recycling industry
• Ability to use a computer to a good standard for Word, Outlook, Excel, etc
• Knowledge of Working Time Legislation & Driving Legislation

Schedule- 45 hours per week- 6am – 4pm or 8am – 6pm, with additional hours as needed with a Saturday rota

If you do not meet all of the requirements for this position, still apply. If you think you can bring value to this role, then we want to hear from you or perhaps someone you have in mind. If you do not hear back from us within one week, it is likely you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. However, we will endeavour to find you another opportunity should this be the case and look forward to receiving your application.]]>