Job Title: Transport Planner / Operations Coordinator Location: Hythe, Kent Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday (some flexibility may be required) The Company We are working with a fast-growing, dynamic logistics and transport business specialising in time-critical and express freight solutions across the UK and Europe. Due to continued growth, they are looking to add a capable and driven Transport Planner / Operations Coordinator to their operations team. The Role This is a hands-on, fast-paced role where you will be responsible for planning, coordinating and overseeing daily transport operations. Youll play a key part in ensuring vehicles are efficiently utilised, customers are kept informed, and all jobs are delivered on time and to a high standard. Strong IT skills are essential, as the role involves working with transport management systems, tracking software, and internal systems on a daily basis. Key Responsibilities Plan and coordinate daily transport operations across a multi-vehicle fleet Schedule jobs efficiently, maximising vehicle and driver utilisation Monitor live jobs and react quickly to issues, delays or changes Communicate with drivers, customers and internal teams throughout the day Use transport management systems and tracking software to manage workloads Ensure all jobs are completed in line with customer requirements and service levels Handle customer enquiries and provide real-time updates when required Maintain accurate records, job notes and system updates Ensure compliance with drivers hours, WTD and basic transport regulations Support the wider operations team with general admin and operational tasks The Ideal Candidate Previous experience in a Transport Planner, Operations, or Logistics Coordinator role Strong IT skills - confident using transport systems, Microsoft Excel, and internal software Highly organised with excellent attention to detail Able to work under pressure in a fast-moving, time-critical environment Strong communication skills - comfortable dealing with drivers and customers Proactive, solutions-focused mindset Good problem-solving skills and the ability to think on your feet Knowledge of UK/EU transport operations and compliance is an advantage Whats on Offer Opportunity to join a growing, ambitious logistics business Varied, hands-on role with real responsibility Supportive team environment Competitive salary and progression opportunities for the right person Streamline Search is a technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the United Kingdom. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying to this post you are granting us consent to process your data and contact you in relation to this application.