Jobs
My ads
My job alerts
Sign in
Find a job Career Tips Companies
Find

Transport planner

Tamworth
Aligra Personnel
Transport planner
Posted: 12h ago
Offer description

Are you an experienced Transport Planner ready for your next challenge? Join our client’s busy logistics team in Tamworth, where you’ll play a key role in making sure daily transport operations run smoothly.

Aligra is looking for a motivated UK Transport Planner to plan and coordinate a fleet of 15 vehicles, maximise revenue, and deliver top service to customers. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and want to make a real impact, we’d like to hear from you.

What’s in it for you?

* 12 week temporary to permanent basis

* Monday to Friday shifts with a set 06:30 to 15:30 shift pattern

* £14.42 to £16.30 per hour

* An exciting opportunity to work within a fast growing logistics business

Key Responsibilities

* Fleet Management: Plan and coordinate routes for a fleet of 15 vehicles, ensuring cost-effective, efficient transport and maximising backloading to boost revenue.

* Compliance: Maintain full compliance with statutory laws, EU Drivers’ Hours Rules and Regulations, and company policies. Make sure all drivers are fully briefed and have the correct documentation.

* Record Keeping: Keep accurate records of all transport activities—including quotes, bookings, and manifests—using the company’s Transport Management System (TMS).

* Communication: Work closely with the internal operations team, professional drivers, and customers. Address any issues quickly and keep everyone informed.

* Performance Monitoring: Track driver performance, delays, and demurrage. Identify and act on opportunities to improve efficiency and profitability.

* Cost Management: Oversee fuel use, tolls, and parking costs. Address any concerns to keep expenses under control.

* Health & Safety: Uphold company Health & Safety standards, ensuring all processes are followed for a safe and compliant operation.

* Driver Briefing & Welfare: Deliver thorough briefings and debriefings. Carry out daily welfare checks on remote drivers and handle compliance, accident, and incident issues.

Experience and Skills:

* National CPC preferred, but not essential

* At least 2 years’ experience in transport planning and operations

* Strong organisational and communication skills, with good UK geographical knowledge

* Confident using IT applications (Excel, Word, Outlook)

* Self-motivated, able to work independently and in a team

* Positive, flexible approach to problem-solving under pressure

* Solid understanding of transport and logistics regulations, including EU Drivers’ Hours, Road Transport (Working Time) Regulations 2005, and GB Domestic Rules

About Aligra:

Aligra has been established since 2007 and has since implemented supply partnerships with a number of the UK’s leading logistics companies. Whilst we work across all industries, we specialise in recruitment and talent management for the Automotive and Engineering, Driving and Industrial, Hospitality, and Professional and Executive sectors.

If you're looking for a challenging and rewarding role as a Transport Planner, apply today to join our team

Apply
Create E-mail Alert
Job alert activated
Saved
Save
Similar job
Principal transport planner
Birmingham (West Midlands)
West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA)
Transport planner
£50,000 a year
Similar job
Transport planner - haulage
West Bromwich
Data Careers
Transport planner
£40,000 a year
Similar job
Principal transport planner
Birmingham (West Midlands)
Permanent
West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA)
Transport planner
See more jobs
Similar jobs
Aligra Personnel recruitment
Aligra Personnel jobs in Tamworth
Logistics jobs in Tamworth
jobs Tamworth
jobs Staffordshire
jobs England
Home > Jobs > Logistics jobs > Transport planner jobs > Transport planner jobs in Tamworth > Transport Planner

About Jobijoba

  • Career Advice
  • Company Reviews

Search for jobs

  • Jobs by Job Title
  • Jobs by Industry
  • Jobs by Company
  • Jobs by Location
  • Jobs by Keywords

Contact / Partnership

  • Contact
  • Publish your job offers on Jobijoba

Legal notice - Terms of Service - Privacy Policy - Manage my cookies - Accessibility: Not compliant

© 2025 Jobijoba - All Rights Reserved

Apply
Create E-mail Alert
Job alert activated
Saved
Save