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Fleet & Transport Planner
Job Posted: 18 days ago
Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Sunderland, Tyne & Wear
Expire in: 10 days
Job Description
Fleet & Transport Planner
Location: Hendon Dock, Sunderland
Hours: Monday–Friday, 08:30–17:00 (with 1 in 4 weekends on call)
About the Role
Our client are looking for an organised and proactive Fleet & Transport Planner to join our team. This is a vital role ensuring smooth, efficient, and compliant operations across a nationwide fleet. You’ll act as the central link between drivers, hauliers, front office, and sales teams—keeping everything moving while maintaining high standards of safety, compliance, and customer service.
Key Responsibilities
* Plan and coordinate fleet maintenance, servicing, inspections, and repairs.
* Ensure full compliance with MOT, ADR, VOSA, and UK transport safety standards.
* Manage costs and identify opportunities to improve efficiency.
* Schedule transport across the UK for bulk liquids and packaged materials.
* Work closely with sales and customer service to meet client requirements.
* Support drivers and subcontractors, ensuring strict health & safety compliance.
* Monitor customer tanks and arrange timely deliveries or collections.
What We’re Looking For
* Strong organisational and coordination skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
* Experience in fleet management, transport planning, or logistics.
* Good knowledge of vehicle maintenance schedules and UK transport legislation.
* Confident communicator with the ability to work under pressure.
* IT skills, ideally including SAP and Excel.
* CPC qualification (or working towards one) would be highly advantageous.
* Flexibility to support occasional weekend workBefore You Apply
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