Job Title
Commercial Waste Transport Planner
Key Information
* Location: Llanelli
* Salary: £33,000 - £36,000
* Hours: 7:00am - 5:00pm
* Type: Permanent Position
About the Role
Our client is a leading waste and recycling business with a strong reputation for delivering reliable, sustainable services across the region. Due to continued growth, we are looking to recruit a Commercial Waste Transport Planner to join their team at their depot.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward‑thinking company where you'll play a key role in keeping operations running efficiently, while contributing to high service standards and long‑term business success.
Responsibilities
This is what you'll be doing.
* Plan and schedule daily waste collections including bins, skips, and compactors, optimising routes to improve efficiency and reduce operational costs
* Monitor vehicle activity in real time, making proactive adjustments to resolve issues and maintain service levels
* Act as a key point of contact for drivers, providing clear instructions and support throughout the working day
* Handle missed collections, service changes, and customer escalations, working closely with internal teams to deliver excellent service
* Support the onboarding of new contracts and integrate them smoothly into existing routes with minimal disruption
Qualifications
This is what you'll bring to the team.
* Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively
* Excellent communication skills and the ability to build strong working relationships across teams
* A proactive, problem‑solving approach with the ability to make decisions under pressure
* Good IT skills and confidence using planning or tracking systems
* Previous experience in transport planning, logistics, or a similar environment is beneficial but not essential
Benefits
This is what you'll get in return.
* Salary of £33,000 - £36,000 depending on experience
* Permanent, full‑time position with long‑term stability
* Opportunity to grow and develop within an expanding organisation
* Supportive team culture with a focus on collaboration and performance
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