Details:
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Location: Bilston Wolverhampton
- Date: 1 day ago
Description:
Trainee Transport Planner
Location: Wolverhampton
Job Type: Temporary to Permanent
Salary: From £13 per hour, negotiable depending on experience
Build Your Career in Transport Planning
Our client is looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Trainee Transport Planner to join their growing team in Wolverhampton.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career in transport planning. Whether you have previous experience in transport, logistics or haulage, or simply have a good understanding of the industry, full training and ongoing support will be provided.
You'll have the opportunity to develop your skills, gain valuable industry experience and progress within a successful and expanding business.
Working as part of a busy transport office, you'll support the planning team with the day-to-day operation of the fleet, helping to ensure deliveries run efficiently while maintaining excellent service for customers and drivers.
What's on Offer?
* Full on-the-job training and ongoing support
* Funded professional training and development
* Clear opportunities for career progression
* Company pension scheme
* 28 days' annual holiday, including bank holidays
* Company mobile phone
* Supportive and friendly working environment
Key Responsibilities
* Provide excellent customer service and build positive relationships with customers.
* Support Senior Transport Planners with the day-to-day administration of the transport office.
* Assist with planning vehicle routes to maximise efficiency and profitability.
* Communicate with drivers, customers and subcontractors to ensure jobs run smoothly.
* Help coordinate driver, trailer and vehicle availability.
* Accurately process transport jobs using the company's transport management system.
* Prepare ad hoc quotations for customers.
* Notify relevant parties of abnormal load movements where required.
* Provide drivers with job information and assist in resolving operational issues.
* Maintain accurate transport records and ensure all documentation is completed correctly.
Skills & Experience
* A basic understanding of the transport, logistics or haulage industry.
* Previous experience in transport, logistics, planning or administration is desirable but not essential.
* Excellent communication and customer service skills.
* Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail.
* Good numerical, written and verbal communication skills.
* The ability to remain calm and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
* Competence in Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel.
* Knowledge of different vehicle, trailer and load types would be advantageous.
Interested?
If you're enthusiastic, organised and keen to develop a career in transport planning, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today to take the next step in your career with an opportunity offering full training, professional development and long-term progression