Transport Planner - Nights Location: Warrington Salary: £38,000 per annum

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We are currently seeking an experienced Transport Planner to join our Client based in Warrington. This is a key role responsible for controlling the efficient deployment and routing of delivery vehicles across the UK, ensuring high levels of customer service while maximising vehicle and driver utilisation within budget.

As a Transport Planner, you will manage route planning, allocate resources effectively, and administer delivery performance metrics. You will work closely with drivers, site managers, and the wider transport team to ensure operational efficiency, regulatory compliance, and health and safety standards are consistently met.

Key responsibilities include:

Planning workloads in compliance with driver's hours and working time directive legislation Using geographical knowledge to maximise fleet efficiency Planning vehicle routes to minimise running costs and maximise revenue Briefing and de-briefing drivers at the start and end of shifts Supervising and managing driver workloads Sourcing additional drivers when required Reacting to route changes and re-routing as necessary Monitoring and ensuring KPIs are met Providing detailed and accurate shift handovers Maintaining clear and consistent communication with drivers and the depot Ensuring drivers have the correct paperwork Monitoring driver punctuality using transport ...