Job Description
Position: Senior Container PlannerLocation: Stanford-Le-HopeSalary: Up to £50,000 + Company CarHours: Monday to Friday
Are you an experienced container transport professional looking to take the next step in your career? We are working with a well-established container haulage operator based near London Gateway that is seeking a hands-on Senior Container Planner to join their growing operation.
This position is ideally suited to an experienced planner who enjoys being heavily involved in the day-to-day operation, while also having the capability and ambition to step into a Depot Manager position in the near future.
You will play a key role in supporting the smooth running of the transport operation, mentoring junior planners, improving efficiencies, and helping drive commercial performance across the business.
The Role:As Senior Container Planner, you will take responsibility for coordinating a busy container transport operation, ensuring deliveries and collections are planned efficiently while maintaining excellent customer service levels. You will work closely with drivers, customers, and senior management, acting as a key point of support within the operation.
This is a role with genuine progression potential into depot leadership as the business continues to grow.
Key Responsibilities:
* Plan and coordinate daily container transport movements efficiently
* Liaise closely with drivers, customers, and ports to ensure smooth operations
* Support and mentor junior planners within the team
* Ensure compliance with transport regulations, driver hours, and operational procedures
* Monitor operational performance and identify areas for improvement
* Handle operational issues including delays, breakdowns, and driver queries
* Support the wider management team with operational and commercial decision-making
Requirements:
* Proven experience within container haulage or general haulage planning
* Strong knowledge of UK transport regulations and compliance
* Previous experience in a senior planning or supervisory capacity would be advantageous
* Excellent communication and organisational skills
* Ability to perform well within a fast-paced transport environment
* Ambition and capability to progress into a Depot Manager role over time
What's on Offer:
* Salary up to £50,000
* Company car
* Clear progression path into depot management
* Opportunity to join a stable and growing business
* A key operational role with genuine influence on the success of the depot
If you're looking for a long-term opportunity within a dynamic and growing container haulage business, we'd love to hear from you.
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