Trainee Transport Planner
Turners (Soham) Ltd is the UK's largest privately owned transport company, and we are looking to recruit a Trainee Transport Planner to work in our Container Division based in Southampton.
This is a great opportunity for somebody to progress their career in the logistics industry.
Main function of the role
* Assist with daily planning and vehicle scheduling
* Track on the day deliveries ensuring ETAs are communicated to customers and the transport operations team
* Update Transport Management Systems
* Communicate with customers, depots, and subcontractors to ensure smooth operations
* Prepare delivery notes
* Brief drivers clearly and concisely
* Assist with fleet admin tasks
* Use Port and Depot IT systems to create vehicle bookings and maintain pre-booked appointments
* Support with customer service and other basic admin tasks
Ideal candidate attributes
* GCSEs or equivalent education
* Full UK driving licence (advantageous but not essential)
* Good communication skills
* Organised, detail-focused, and able to multitask in a fast-paced environment
* Computer literate, MS Office, and ability to learn company in-house IT systems
* Team player
* Flexible for occasional early starts/late finishes during busy periods
* Basic UK geography helpful
The position is full time, Monday to Friday.
In return we will provide you with
* Secure employment
* Competitive earnings based on experience
* Continuous development and the opportunity for progression
#J-18808-Ljbffr