Transport Planner

Location: Rainham, RM13 Hours: Full Time – 7:00am to 5:00pm, with additional hours as required Salary: £32,000 An excellent opportunity has now arisen for an experienced Transport Planner to join our client’s successful team. Who are they? Our client is a well-established and growing business operating within the hire and waste management sector, supporting customers across the South East. With decades of industry experience, they have built a strong reputation for delivering reliable welfare and sanitation solutions to a range of sectors including construction, events, and commercial operations. Benefits: 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays Training and development opportunities Supportive team environment Long-term career progression opportunities Varied and fast-paced role Company pension On-site parking Duties of a Transport Planner: Support the Transport Manager in the day-to-day running of the transport department Plan and optimise daily vehicle routes for maximum efficiency and customer service delivery Schedule vehicle movements across multiple sites throughout the South East Monitor driver progress using tracking systems and respond to delays or changes in real time Manage vehicle servicing, MOT and PMI schedules to ensure full compliance Coordinate driver schedules, holidays, overtime and resource planning Assist with driver performance management including attendance, punctuality, paperwork, and vehicle standards Support driver development, mentoring, and one-to-one meetings Assist with implementing and monitoring KPIs and transport procedures Manage overtime sheets and related administration Support out-of-hours rota planning and weekend/event resourcing Assist with maintaining FORS Bronze accreditation and progressing to Silver Support ISO and other business accreditations Provide transport-related support and resolve escalations when required What we would like from you: Previous experience in a Transport Planner role is essential Experience planning routes and coordinating multiple vehicles/drivers daily Strong administration and organisational skills Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel Excellent written and spoken English Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment Strong communication and leadership skills CPC qualification would be advantageous Experience using BigChange or similar transport planning software desirable Previous knowledge of FORS and ISO standards beneficial Experience working within waste management, plant hire, logistics or related sectors would be advantageous If you are interested in this role, please apply below with your most recent CV. WGCINDPERM By applying to this job advertisement, you confirm you have read and understood our Data Protection and Privacy statement and give OA Group authorisation to hold your provided data. Thank you for your interest in this vacancy, which is being advertised by OA Group, who are acting as an employment agency / business. Your application will be considered in competition with others and we will contact you within 3 working days