TRANSPORT PLANNER
Pertemps Heathrow
Slough · posted 22 August 2026
Salary
£16.83 an hour
Job type
contract
Location
Slough, Berkshire
Category
Logistics and Warehousing
Transport Planner Contract: Temporary Minimum 2 months Salary: £16.83 per hour .
Make sure to apply quickly in order to maximise your chances of being considered for an interview Read the complete job description below.
Shift Pattern: MondayFriday, 11:00am7:00pm We are currently recruiting for an experienced Transport Planner to join one of our clients, a leading freight and logistics company specialising in the transportation of perishable goods and healthcare products.
The successful candidate will support the transport operation, ensuring effective route planning, fleet compliance and delivery performance.
Key Responsibilities Briefing and debriefing drivers at the start and end of shifts Planning and optimising daily delivery and collection routes Allocating work and managing driver resources effectively Monitoring fleet utilisation and operational performance Ensuring vehicles and drivers remain compliant with relevant legislation and company procedures Monitoring driver hours, tachograph compliance and working time requirements Managing any operational issues, delays or route changes throughout the day Liaising with drivers, customers and internal teams to ensure smooth service delivery Monitoring delivery schedules and ensuring agreed time windows are achieved Managing exceptions and providing contingency planning where required Maintaining accurate transport and operational records Key Skills & Experience Previous experience within a transport planning role Strong knowledge of route planning Understanding of drivers hours, tachograph and transport compliance Ability to work effectively in a fast paced operational environment Strong communication and problem-solving skills Good geographical knowledge Confident using computer systems and IT literate Experience within the airfreight industry(Desirable) Checkable 5 year work history and willing to obtain DBS check. xwzovoh
The ideal candidate will have proven experience in transport planning, strong IT and systems skills, and a solid understanding of transport compliance.
If this sound like you then please apply now or give me a call on
Make sure to apply quickly in order to maximise your chances of being considered for an interview Read the complete job description below.
Shift Pattern: MondayFriday, 11:00am7:00pm We are currently recruiting for an experienced Transport Planner to join one of our clients, a leading freight and logistics company specialising in the transportation of perishable goods and healthcare products.
The successful candidate will support the transport operation, ensuring effective route planning, fleet compliance and delivery performance.
Key Responsibilities Briefing and debriefing drivers at the start and end of shifts Planning and optimising daily delivery and collection routes Allocating work and managing driver resources effectively Monitoring fleet utilisation and operational performance Ensuring vehicles and drivers remain compliant with relevant legislation and company procedures Monitoring driver hours, tachograph compliance and working time requirements Managing any operational issues, delays or route changes throughout the day Liaising with drivers, customers and internal teams to ensure smooth service delivery Monitoring delivery schedules and ensuring agreed time windows are achieved Managing exceptions and providing contingency planning where required Maintaining accurate transport and operational records Key Skills & Experience Previous experience within a transport planning role Strong knowledge of route planning Understanding of drivers hours, tachograph and transport compliance Ability to work effectively in a fast paced operational environment Strong communication and problem-solving skills Good geographical knowledge Confident using computer systems and IT literate Experience within the airfreight industry(Desirable) Checkable 5 year work history and willing to obtain DBS check. xwzovoh
The ideal candidate will have proven experience in transport planning, strong IT and systems skills, and a solid understanding of transport compliance.
If this sound like you then please apply now or give me a call on
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