Details:
- Salary: £35,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Croydon Greater London
- Date: 3 days ago
Description:
Senior Transport Planner
Croydon Area
£35,000+ per annum | Monday to Friday | Permanent Role
Pin Point Recruitment is currently recruiting for an experienced Transport Planner to join a busy and professionally managed logistics operation based in the Croydon area.
This is a key position within the transport team and would suit somebody with strong planning experience who is confident managing a fast-paced operation while maintaining high standards across compliance, communication and organisation.
This is not an entry-level role. Previous transport planning experience is essential and the business is looking for somebody capable of bringing structure, reliability and strong operational awareness into the team.
Working Hours
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Monday to Friday
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07:00 – 17:00
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Full-time permanent position
The Role
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Planning and coordinating daily transport operations
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Allocating routes and workloads efficiently
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Managing driver schedules and vehicle availability
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Communicating with drivers, customers and operational teams throughout the day
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Supporting compliance with Drivers’ Hours and transport legislation
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Managing operational issues calmly and professionally
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Liaising with workshop teams regarding defects and maintenance scheduling
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Maintaining accurate transport records and operational systems
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Supporting improvements across operational processes and efficiencies
Requirements
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Previous Transport Planner experience essential
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Strong geographical knowledge
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Good understanding of transport compliance and Drivers’ Hours rules
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Experience using transport planning systems
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Ability to work well under pressure within a busy transport office
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Excellent organisational and communication skills
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Professional and solution-focused approach
The business is specifically looking for somebody experienced, dependable and capable of operating confidently within a demanding transport environment.
What’s On Offer
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Salary from £35,000+ depending on experience
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Salary flexible for the right candidate
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Stable Monday to Friday role
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Long-term opportunity within a growing operation
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Supportive and professional working environment