Transport Planner/Manager – Container Haulage
Location: Stanford-Le-Hope, Essex
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established container haulage operator based in Stanford-Le-Hope. Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint an experienced Transport Planner or Manager to join their busy traffic and planning function. This is a fast-paced role within a port-centric logistics environment, focused on the efficient movement of containers across the UK supply chain.
You will play a key role in ensuring daily operations run smoothly, balancing customer requirements, driver availability, and port schedules.
Key Responsibilities
* Plan and coordinate daily container movements in and out of London gateway port
* Manage bookings, container releases, and port-related scheduling activity
* Work closely with drivers, customers, subcontractors, and internal teams
* Monitor live operations and resolve issues such as delays, breakdowns, or disruptions
* Adjust transport plans in real time to maintain service levels
* Optimise fleet utilisation and reduce inefficiencies where possible
* Support operational administration and compliance processes
* Liaise with port systems and terminal processes as required
* Ensure all work is completed in line with transport regulations and company procedures
Job Skills Required
* Previous experience in container transport planning (mandatory)
* Strong knowledge of UK port operations (highly desirable)
* Experience within a traffic office or transport coordination role
* Familiarity with systems such as Destin8 or TOPS (advantageous)
* Strong organisational and problem-solving skills
* Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
* Good communication skills, both written and verbal
* Strong IT skills, particularly Microsoft Office (Excel beneficial)
* Confident decision-maker with a proactive attitude
* CPC qualification (mandatory for Transport Manager level candidates)
Package & Benefits
* Competitive salary depending on level and experience, 28 days holiday including bank holidays
* Company pension scheme
* Career progression opportunities within a growing transport operation
* Supportive and experienced planning team environment
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