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Transport Planner

Job Posted: 8 days ago

Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Felixstowe

Expire in: 20 days

Job Description

Are you an experienced Transport Planner looking for your next opportunity in a dynamic and growing logistics environment? This is a great chance to join a well-established business where your input will be valued, your skills developed, and your day-to-day work truly makes an impact.

You’ll play a key role in keeping operations running smoothly, working with a supportive team while managing your own area of responsibility.

What you’ll be doing:

Planning and coordinating container movements from Felixstowe and London Gateway
Managing your own fleet of vehicles, ensuring efficiency and strong service delivery
Building positive, professional relationships with drivers and keeping communication clear and consistent
Taking ownership of daily challenges and resolving issues quickly and effectively
Booking and managing VBS slots accurately to keep operations on track
What we’re looking for:

Experience in transport planning, ideally within container or haulage operations
Ability to stay organised and make decisions in a fast-paced environment
Knowledge of port operations and VBS systems
Familiarity with TOPS (beneficial but not essential)
Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach
A proactive, motivated mindset with the confidence to take ownership of your work
Good attention to detail and the ability to juggle multiple priorities
What you’ll get in return:

A competitive salary that reflects your experience
20 days holiday, increasing up to 25 days with service
An extra day off to celebrate your birthday after probation
Life assurance from day one for added peace of mind
Pension scheme after three months
Access to a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
Health and wellbeing support subscription
Free parking on site
A relaxed “dress for your day” working environment
Working pattern:

Monday to Friday, 45 hours per week
Weekend on-call rota (shared)
If you have any questions please dont hesitate in contacting Simon Rapley - 

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