Transport Planner - PM Shift

Job Title: Transport Planner (General Haulage – PM Shift)
Location: Rugby
Salary: £32,500 - £35,000 per annum
Hours: PM shift (start between 12:00pm and 1:00pm, finish between 9:00pm and 10:00pm)
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

We are seeking an experienced Transport Planner to join our general haulage operation based in Rugby on our PM shift. You will be responsible for planning afternoon and next-day work, coordinating drivers and vehicles, and ensuring loads are executed efficiently, safely, and in line with customer service expectations. This role suits someone who is confident in managing a busy transport desk, enjoys problem-solving, and has strong knowledge of UK haulage operations.

• Plan and schedule haulage work for afternoon, evening, and next-day delivery runs across the UK.

• Allocate drivers, vehicles, and trailers effectively, ensuring maximum fleet utilisation.

• Monitor ongoing jobs, resolving route delays, breakdowns, and customer changes as required.

• Provide clear and supportive communication to drivers throughout the shift.

• Ensure planning decisions comply with driver hours legislation, Working Time Directive, and safety standards.

• Work closely with warehouse, customer service, and other planners to maintain smooth operational flow.

• Maintain accurate system records including job progress, trailer movements, fuel usage, and driver hours.

• Support end-of-shift handover to ensure continuity into the next operational period.

• Previous experience in general haulage transport planning (essential).

• Strong understanding of UK geography, driver hours regulations, trailer types, and haulage compliance.

• Ability to react quickly to changing operational demands, making confident and informed decisions.

• Excellent communication skills and a calm, professional manner when dealing with drivers and customers.

• Good IT skills, including Transport Management Systems and Excel.

• Highly organised with a keen eye for detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.

• Competitive salary of £32,500 - £35,000, depending on experience.

• PM shift pattern offering work-life flexibility outside morning hours.

• Supportive and collaborative operations team.

• Stability within an established and trusted general haulage company.

• Future development and progression opportunities.

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