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Transport Planner Job Opportunity at Carlisle Depot
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Transport Planner to join our Carlisle depot. As one of our Transport Planners, you will play a central role in creating effective transport plans for our customers within the wider Stobart network, while ensuring compliance with legal responsibilities.
Salary: £32,885 per annum
Working hours: Monday to Friday, 06:00-16:00
Key Duties of a Transport Planner:
1. Manage and plan drivers effectively through ongoing communication and using our state-of-the-art transport software.
2. Control and plan resources (vehicles, drivers, trailers), ensuring adherence to legal requirements (Working Time Directive and EU drivers’ hours regulations).
3. Complete the daily plan in real time, managing resources efficiently to maximize utilization and minimize costs.
4. Keep internal tracking systems organized and updated to a high standard.
5. Utilize in-house planning tools to manage workload and monitor efficiency.
6. Achieve key performance targets related to fleet safety and efficiency, including utilization and costing.
7. Communicate regularly with customer service teams and drivers to meet customer KPIs and targets.
Qualifications:
* Previous transport planning experience with good geographical knowledge.
* Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
* Ability to work independently.
* Good communication skills for delivering accurate information.
* Ability to prioritize workload to meet deadlines.
* Ability to work alone or as part of a team.
* Proactive decision-making skills.
Additional Information:
We are committed to making Stobart a great place to work, fostering an inclusive and diverse environment. We offer various learning and development programs and a range of employee benefits, including:
* 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays
* 5% employee and 3% employer pension contributions
* Life assurance (x2)
* Employee Assistance Programme for confidential support
* Eye care vouchers
* Reward and recognition programs
* Discounts through our benefit platform
* Partnership with PureGym for fitness
If you meet the requirements and are interested, please apply now to join our #WinningTeam! Please note, non-passport holders may need a work permit. For more info, visit our Blog.
Applications should be submitted via the 'Apply now' button. Do not include bank or payment details in your application. This vacancy was created on 28/04/2025 by TN United Kingdom.
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