Transport Planner

Job Description

Transport Planner) - Position Overview \n\nOur client is a trusted and fast-growing transport and logistics provider, known for delivering high-value, time-critical solutions to clients across the UK, Ireland, and internationally. Specialising in white-glove delivery services and complex freight movements, they support a wide range of industries, including high-security and high-tech sectors.\n\nWith a strong focus on quality, customer service, and precision, our client is at the forefront of transport solutions for complex movements such as Data Centre operations; planning and managing full-service logistics from to final destination with care and efficiency.\n\nOur client is now seeking a highly organised and adaptable Transport Planner to join their dedicated transport team. The successful candidate will be responsible for planning, scheduling, and coordinating transport activities, with a focus on full end-to-end project planning for Data Centre logistics.\n\nThis role plays a key part in ensuring cost-effective and timely delivery, working closely with drivers, warehouse teams, forwarders, clients, and internal departments to maintain high service levels.

Strong geographical knowledge of the UK & Ireland and a solid understanding of vehicle routing is essential.\n\nKey Responsibilities:\n\nPlan and manage daily transport schedules, updating digital planning systems in real time.\nReview incoming booking emails, amend route details, crew names, and contact info as needed.\nOversee the day-to-day running of the transport operation, ensuring both cost-effectiveness and customer satisfaction.\nLiaise with internal teams to communicate any delays, service changes, or operational issues.\nFinalise all scheduling allocations and load plans, maximising vehicle utilisation.\nJustify and cost all subcontracted work before confirmation.\nRead and action all delivery method statements, checking for required equipment and specific instructions.\nConduct daily driver briefs and debriefs, ensuring tachograph data is scanned and recorded.\nHandle delivery paperwork checks for accuracy on times, instructions, and dates.\nAssist with local deliveries if required, during periods of driver shortages.\nSupport the Transport Manager with investigations and escalations when necessary.\n (Transport Planner) - Position Requirements \n\nEssential:\n\nStrong knowledge of UK/IE transport routing, scheduling, and logistics operations\nCompetent in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word\nExcellent communication and interpersonal skills\nStrong organisational ability and attention to detail\nAble to work proactively and adapt to changing situations quickly\nExperience working with or knowledge of white-glove services \n\nDesirable:\n\nPrevious experience planning logistics for Data Centre projects\nExperience working with subcontractors and 3PL coordination\nKnowledge of transport compliance and driver regulations \n\n(Transport Planner) - Position Remuneration \n\nSalary: £34,000 - £36,000 per annum (dependent on experience)\nHolidays: 20 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays\nPension: Standard company pension scheme\nDress Code: Smart casual\nWork Environment: Fast-paced, collaborative logistics operation with opportunity for development and progression. \n\nStreamline Search is a technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the United Kingdom. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying to this post you are granting us consent to process your data and contact you in relation to this application