Transport Planner – General Haulage
📍 Portsmouth | 💼 Full-Time | 💰 £27,500 – £34,000 (depending on hours)
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Transport Planner to join a busy and fast-paced general haulage operation based in Portsmouth. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their career within a dynamic transport environment where no two days are the same.
The Role
You will play a key role in planning and coordinating daily transport operations, ensuring collections and deliveries are completed efficiently, cost-effectively, and in line with customer expectations.
This is a hands-on, fast-paced position where you’ll be working closely with drivers, subcontractors, and customers to keep operations running smoothly.
Key Responsibilities
* Planning daily collections and deliveries for a general haulage fleet
* Optimising routes to maximise efficiency and vehicle utilisation
* Managing subcontractors and utilising haulage exchange platforms
* Allocating jobs and issuing clear instructions to drivers
* Monitoring live operations and adapting plans where required
* Liaising with drivers, customers, and internal teams to ensure service levels are met
* Handling inbound calls and resolving transport-related queries
* Briefing and debriefing drivers throughout the day
* Managing and resolving real-time operational issues
* Identifying opportunities for cost control and operational improvement
What We’re Looking For
* Previous experience in a transport planning role, ideally within general haulage
* Good understanding of UK transport legislation (driver hours, tachographs, vehicle compliance)
* Experience planning routes for a busy, multi-drop operation
* Confident communicator with the ability to liaise at all levels
* Highly organised with strong attention to detail
* Experience using Transport Management Systems (TMS)
* Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office
* Ability to work calmly under pressure in a time-critical environment
* Proactive mindset with a “can-do” attitude and strong sense of ownership
Working Hours & Salary
* Monday to Friday
* Option 1: 9:00am – 5:30pm (8.5 hours incl. lunch) – £27,500 to £30,000
* Option 2: 8:00am – 6:00pm (10 hours incl. lunch) – £32,500 to £34,000
* Occasional weekend check-ins from home (as required)
The Opportunity
* Join a busy and well-established transport operation
* Gain exposure to a fast-moving, real-time logistics environment
* Be part of a supportive and experienced team
* Long-term opportunity with stability and progression
If you’re an experienced Transport Planner looking for your next challenge in Portsmouth, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today or get in touch for a confidential discussion