Transport Operations PlannerDue to department growth, Ainscough Crane Hire are looking for an additional Transport Operations Planner to join their successful team In Leyland. Benefits for a Transport Operations PlannerBi-Annual retention bonus24 days annual leave plus an additional day at 2 years' service, 5 years service and 10 years serviceHoliday purchase, the option to buy an additional 5 days each year (via salary sacrifice)Group life assurance 3 x basic salaryPension 4% employer 5% employeesOnline access to payslips, book and view holidays and personal infoAccess to the Ainscough Advantage (People Value) benefits platformStaff forums run 3 times a year - have your voice heardAinscough Crane Hire are the UKs leading crane company.Based across 30 locations, our dedicated team of experts are passionate about delivering projects on time, to budget and, most importantly, to the highest possible standard of safety. Our industry-recognised Make the Safe Choice ethos is at our core and underpins every single thing we do, from contract lifts and crane hire to specialist projects for customers.Our reputation as a market leader is not just a result of our expansive fleet and comprehensive network of locations across the UK, but is also derived from the workplace culture that allows our team to perform their duties with passion and pride.Job Purpose/Objectives of a Transport Operations PlannerManaging the allocation and precise planning of transport resources to ensure the efficient operation of cranes and associated equipment for customer projects. Ensuring strict compliance with the fleet maintenance schedule and guarantees that human resource planning is safe and legally compliant with operating license obligations. The position also supports the Head of Transport by completing tasks according to the established work program and instructions.Key Responsibilities:To ensure the accurate completion of the Transport DaybookAccurate receipt, processing, and allocation of Customer requestsMaintenance of D365 work orders, their allocation to Drivers and issuing of correct job instructions, ensuring resources are accounted for correctlyIdentifying where rehire Transport resources are required, liaising with, and booking of approved suppliersTo schedule the daily movements of company vehicles within the relevant driver's hours and VSO/STGO regulationsWorking in conjunction with the Head of Transport and Workshop Manager ensuring that the scheduling of vehicles and trailers for planned maintenance/repairs is adhered to in line with Operating Licence undertakingsResponsible for the accurate planning of vehicle payloads in line with relevant legislationAuditing of vehicles in line with Brand Guidelines and Company Policy, investigation, and reporting non-complianceEnsuring communication with drivers is timely, accurate and two wayIdentifying delays and issues and promptly communicating reasons and resolutions to the CustomerTo wear the issued PPE & uniform always as required and directed by the company H&S policyTo carry out any other reasonable duties as required by your managerTransport Operations cover working 1 in 4 weekends and rota out of hourPerson specificationEducation/Knowledge/ExperienceExperience of crane transport support operationsExperience of using IT systemsFull UK Driving LicenceExperience of compiling reports and carrying out accident and failure investigation (desirable)C+E / Class 1 HGV Licence (desirable)Transport Managers CPC (desirable)Experience of Microsoft Dynamics 365 - Dyno Rent (desirable)Skills/AbilitiesCustomer focusedAbility to work on own initiative and with others as part of a teamAn effective communicator able to liaise with various internal and external contactsAble to think through challenges logically and calmly to resolutionFlexible with regards to working hourBehaviours Work in line with the company's Vision & Values: Always make the safe choice; Reliable; Easy to deal with; Teamwork; Open to new ideas; PassionateJBRP1_UKTJ