Transport Planner

WHAT IS IN IT FOR YOU?Annual base Salary of Circa £35k per annum DOE – Client happy to discussFull time, permanent position from day one.Monday to Friday working hours, optional hours of 6.30am -4.30pm or 7am – 5pm.28 days leave inclusive of bank holidaysThe best in training, upskilling and self-developmentBased in GatesheadReally relaxed, warm and friendly working environment.Hugely supportive and collaborative culture, progression opportunities are consistent.Upwardly mobile business encountering consistent growthPermanent position from day oneWarm, friendly and hugely supportive team backed my excellent senior leadership teamTHE BUSINESSOur fantastic client specialises within the Freight & Delivery industry. They pride themselves on their attention to detail and impeccable track record of delivering precise timed deliveries, time and time again. It is this track record and the reputation it created that allowed their company to grow from humble beginnings in the 1970s to the trans-European express company it is today, trusted, to ensure that aircraft and ships spares are dispatched and arrive exactly on time. They seek to appoint a talented transport planner to join their excellent team in Gateshead. THE ROLESuccessfully manage an established and reputable HGV fleetSuccessfully plan and maintain an HGV fleetEnsure clear and pro-active communication with drivers and customers alikeCosting and planning routes for the HGV fleetEnsuring excellent administration at all times throughout planning and executionLaise with contractors as and when requiredRepresenting our client’s brand in a professional and diligent manner at all timesManaging sub-contractors when required to do soTHE PERSONProven experience working with HVG FleetProven transport planning experienceCostings and financial experience in regards to transport planningExtremely comfortable dealing with customers, drivers and clientsPrevious route planning experienceExcellent attention to detail and organisational skillsExcellent planning abilityKnowledge and prior experience of curtain sizes and similar related aspects hugely beneficial TO APPLYPlease apply for this position and your CV will go direct to Kyle Jevons who is leading the search. Alternatively, if you have any questions, please get in touch with Kyle at Westray Recruitment Group – 01642 612 600

Created: 2025-10-23