Nightshift Transport Planner, £22.50 per hour, Contract
Benefits:
* Competitive salary or hourly rate
* Structured onboarding with hands-on training
* Opportunity to gain full operational insight across both day and night shifts
* Stable, full-time position with consistent hours
* Work within a dynamic and fast-paced logistics environment
Responsibilities:
* Hours: 6:00pm – 2:30/3:00am (including 30-minute lunch break)
* 40 hours per week
* Plan and route vehicles locally and across the UK using traffic management systems (full training provided)
* Manage a fleet of approximately 45 vehicles during daytime operations, coordinating collections and deliveries
* Oversee night trunking operations, managing 5–6 vehicles travelling to locations such as Aberdeen and across England
* Provide ongoing support to drivers, including route planning and resolving issues such as breakdowns or tyre problems
* Ensure efficient and timely transport operations while maintaining high service standards
Requirements
* Previous transport planning experience (essential)
* Experience within a similar industry (desirable)
* Strong organisational and problem-solving skills
* Ability to work independently during night shifts
* Positive, can-do attitude with a proactive approach