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Transport Planner

114101058

£17.74 Per Hour

Full Time

Temporary

Leigh, Greater Manchester

Logistics And Distribution

Posted 12 hours ago

Expires In 29 Days

Job Description

We are recruiting for a transport planner in Leigh! 

 

Role Responsibilities 

  • Check resource availability for the shift by reviewing the manning levels on a daily basis

    • Confirm driver start times for next day, updating the system accordingly 

    • Manage drivers hours in relation to customer requirements and volumes

    • Monitor and report WTD issues and concerns to the Operations team

    • Ensure correct equipment is planned, the system is accurate, and trailer movements are tracked and controlled

    • Review vehicle utilisation, highlighting inefficiencies to Line Management 

    • Ensure effective control of drivers through on-going communication to ensure that performance is achieved

    • Ensure effective two-way communication between Operations and Customer Services functions to identify and act on any potential service or cost issues

    • Monitor and act on reports highlighting poor driving practices and inefficiencies, escalating where required

    • Assist with Despatch and Debrief as directed by on shift management

    • Assist in investigation of late / failed deliveries to provide root cause information to Contract Manager

    • Implement actions from the Central conference calls as directed by on shift management

    • Update required reports / spreadsheets daily 

    • Complete end of shift checks as required

    • Ensure that the Shift Handover process and communication is clear and controlled

 

The shift pattern for this role is Monday-Friday, 2pm-10pm.

 

This is a temporary to permanent role, salary of £37,000 and an hourly rate of £17.74.