Transport Planner
Heathrow, Hayes
Shift Pattern: 4 on / 4 off (Days & Nights)
Hours: 38.5 hrs per week - 7 til 7
Permanent
£31,000 - £35,000 (inclusive of shift allowance)
*5-year checkable work history and CRB check required*
Are you a forward-thinking Transport Planner ready to take ownership of fast-paced logistics operations at the heart of Heathrow’s freight network? If you thrive in a time-critical environment, love problem-solving, and want to be part of a high-performing logistics team, this is your opportunity to make a real impact.
As a Transport Planner, you will play a key role in ensuring all daily collections and deliveries run smoothly and efficiently. You will work closely with multiple departments to keep operations on track, manage vehicle planning for import and export movements, and maintain legal and regulatory compliance across every journey.
You will also take pride in your ability to adapt under pressure, remain calm in complex situations, and support a team dedicated to operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities:
* Plan and manage vehicles for import collections and export deliveries from Heathrow.
* Coordinate ad-hoc temperature-controlled collections under GDP compliance.
* Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders to resolve operational challenges.
* Ensure compliance with DVSA, WTD, UK legislation, and Aviation Security regulations.
* Support and guide drivers in following all Health & Safety and safe working systems.
* Embrace change, drive improvements, and inspire others through a proactive and positive approach.
Skills & Experience:
* Minimum 3 years’ experience in transport scheduling or planning.
* Strong understanding of LHR operations, GHA services, and air freight handling requirements.
* Excellent knowledge of Aviation Security and compliance standards.
* Proven background in freight forwarding or logistics planning.
* Confident IT skills – including MS Outlook, Excel, Word, and Transport Management Systems.
* Exceptional communication, organisation, and problem-solving skills.
* Flexible with shifts and working hours in a 24/7 environment.
Ready to take the next step in your transport planning career? Apply now and become a key part of our clients Heathrow Transport Team!
Ascendant Recruitment is one of Milton Keynes leading recruitment companies, with PA/Administration, Customer Service, Human Resources, Finance, IT, Sales & Digital Marketing divisions. Ascendant Recruitment operates as an Employment Agency for permanent recruitment and an Employment Business for temporary recruitment. For more information on our current vacancies please visit www.ascendantrecruitment.co.uk
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