Transport Planner

Overview

Plan and coordinate groupage/part-load transport, optimizing routes and liaising with drivers.

Key Responsibilities

• route planning
• vehicle utilisation
• transport reporting
• compliance management
• real-time tracking
• issue resolution

Tasks

You will be responsible for planning daily transport operations, allocating work to drivers and vehicles, adjusting routes when needed, and keeping both internal teams and customers informed. You’ll monitor live movements, deal with issues as they arise, and ensure service levels are achieved while keeping costs under control. -Report performance and identify areas for improvement -Liaise with drivers, warehouse teams and customers throughout the day -Maximise vehicle utilisation and ensure efficient route planning -Maintain accurate transport records and system updates -Ensure compliance with transport legislation, WTD and company policy -Plan and schedule groupage / part-load / general haulage movements -Track deliveries in real time and resolve issues or delays promptly

Requirements

• transport planning
• groupage
• problem solving
• excel
• communication
• fast-paced

What You Bring

We are working with a busy and expanding logistics company in West Thurrock who are looking for an experienced Transport / Groupage Planner to join their team. The role focuses on coordinating and optimising the movement of multi-customer loads (groupage/part-load/general haulage), ensuring deliveries are made efficiently, cost-effectively and in full compliance. -Strong communicator – confident dealing with drivers, customers and internal teams -Previous experience in transport planning (groupage, general haulage, pallet, multi-drop or similar) -Commercially aware with a problem-solving mindset -Proficient with transport systems and Microsoft Office (Excel in particular, others are a bonus) -Able to work in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities -Confident, professional and proactive approach

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Benefits

Salary: Up to £40,000 DOE This is a fantastic opportunity to join a stable, growing logistics business with career progression for the right individual.

About A1 Personnel

-Over time it carved out a niche in recruiting for specialist sectors like logistics, engineering and construction. -The agency offers flexible staffing—permanent, contract and temporary—to match clients’ varied project needs. -Typical projects range from supplying forklift drivers in warehouses to placing senior managers in commercial firms. -Through strong local roots in Basildon and the South East, it has earned exclusive contracts across onsite and industrial sectors. -While privately owned, A1 has achieved steady growth, operating with a lean team focused on high-quality placements. -The firm maintains a streamlined service model—delivering tailored recruitment efficiently from entry‑level roles to executive search.

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