Transport Planner - Newtownabbey - Nightshift £40,000-£45,000 Full-time Mon - Fri (Nightshift) Excel Recruitment are seeking a skilled Transport Planner to support and co-ordinate the daily logistics operations for a fast-paced distribution centre. Reporting to the Transport Manager, this role is key to ensuring cost-effective, legally compliant, and efficient routing of multi-drop deliveries throughout Ireland and the UK. Responsibilities Plan daily multi-drop delivery routes and maximise efficiency Ensure effective use of the fleet, including vehicle space Collaborate with Transport and Depot Managers to coordinate routes Ensure compliance with legal driving hours, tachograph rules, and road safety standards Continuously monitor and improve routing efficiency and delivery performance Manage transport planning tasks independently in a time-sensitive environment Requirements As Transport Planner you will have a strong understanding of transport operations and planning principles 2-3 years' experience in a transport planning or similar logistics role Excellent geographical knowledge Familiarity with tachograph and driver hours regulations Strong organisational and planning skills with the ability to work under pressure Proficient in transport systems, Microsoft Office, and general IT Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Reliable, adaptable, and committed to punctuality and attendance Benefits Competitive salary 20 days holiday entitlement Company pension scheme 10% discount on healthcare Bike to Work scheme Refer-a-friend reward scheme Free on-site parking Staff canteen facilities Are you a proactive, detail-oriented individual who thrives in a structured but fast-moving logistics environment? If you are results-driven, passionate about transport planning and ready for a new challenge, we want to hear from you Apply now to take the next step in your transport and logistics career. Please click on the link below or contact David Dunlop at Excel Recruitment. BELFHOS Skills: Freight management transport manager transport planer route planer logistics import / export cross border Benefits: Healthcare discounts