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Transport Logistics Planner
Earls Colne, CO6 2NS
£36,400 per annum, rising to £40,000 after successful completion of 6-month probation
Pin Point Recruitment are recruiting for an experienced Transport Logistics Planner to join a growing and dynamic operations team in Earls Colne. This role is crucial in ensuring the efficient scheduling and coordination of a fleet of vehicles to meet customer service level agreements across commercial and utility sectors.
Transport Logistics Planner Shifts:
Day Shift: 08:00 – 18:00
Mid Shift: 12:00 – 22:00
Night Shift: 20:00 – 08:00
(Some flexibility for remote working)
Transport Logistics Planner Benefits:
Company pension
Life Assurance from day one
Private Healthcare Plan (post-probation)
EV car scheme (post-probation)
Free on-site parking
Company events
Complimentary fresh fruit, breakfast items, and snacks
Transport Logistics Planner Job Role:
* Plan and allocate vehicle and driver resources to support efficient and time-critical service delivery.
* Manage day-to-day scheduling of operations and field technicians.
* Act as a key point of contact for emergency response requests during Out of Hours periods.
* Respond to internal and external queries with professionalism and accuracy.
* Generate work instructions for field technicians including equipment, site access and special requirements.
* Liaise effectively with Drivers, Operational Teams, and Clients.
* Field and manage commercial service delivery enquiries from the Sales team.
* Ensure compliance with all regulations including Drivers’ Hours and Working Time Directive.
* Coordinate with the fleet team to manage vehicle maintenance scheduling, MOTs, servicing and defect reporting.
* Process ad-hoc tasks such as booking accommodation, arranging travel, and managing service-related admin.
* Assist in the preparation of costing reports and ensure all services are recorded and cost-effective.
* Manage courier and bottled water doorstep delivery logistics (planned and reactive).
* Maintain accurate communication records and handle customer complaints professionally.
Transport Logistics Planner Skills Requirements
* Minimum 2 years’ experience in HGV Transport Logistics (required)
* Proven knowledge of Drivers Hours legislation and Working Time Directive
* Strong communication skills with the ability to liaise across departments and levels
* High attention to detail and effective problem-solving abilities
* Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
* Ability to multitask, prioritise and work well under pressure
* Willingness to work rotational shifts including nights and weekends
* Incident management or water utility logistics experience is advantageous, but not essential
Apply now to join a forward-thinking business where your skills and initiative will be genuinely valued and rewarded