Details:
- Salary: £45,000 - 52,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Ipswich Suffolk
- Date: 2 weeks ago
Description:
Container Transport Planner
Location: Great Blakenham
Salary: £50,000 per annum
Benefits: Company car
Hours: 07:00 to 17:00
We are recruiting for an experienced Container Transport Planner to join a busy and well-established transport operation based in Great Blakenham. This role would suit someone with strong container transport planning experience who is confident managing daily operations, drivers, vehicles, and customer requirements.
The Role
As Container Transport Planner, you will be responsible for planning and coordinating container movements, ensuring collections and deliveries are completed efficiently, safely, and on time.
Key Responsibilities
Planning and coordinating container transport movements
Allocating drivers, vehicles, and equipment effectively
Managing daily collections and deliveries in line with customer requirements
Liaising with ports, customers, drivers, and internal teams
Monitoring schedules and resolving operational issues quickly
Ensuring compliance with transport legislation and company procedures
Supporting the smooth running of daily traffic operations
Maintaining clear communication with drivers and customers throughout the day
Working to maximise efficiency, service levels, and vehicle utilisation
Requirements
Previous experience in container transport planning or traffic operations
Strong knowledge of container logistics and UK road transport operations
Experience liaising with ports, drivers, and customers
Excellent communication and organisational skills
Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced transport environment
Confident planning routes, managing schedules, and resolving issues
CPC qualification would be advantageous, but not essential unless required by the operation
Package
£50,000 per annum
Company car
Full-time, permanent role
Hours: 07:00 to 17:00
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