Full time

Transport Planner

Pertemps North Midlands

Swadlincote, Derbyshire, DE11 9BG

£12.71 per hour

Posted: 22 July 2026 (Yesterday)

Closing date: 21 August 2026

Ref: 60471301

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About the Role

As a Transport Planner in Swadlincote, you will coordinate daily HGV routes for a busy haulage operation, allocating work to drivers to maximise vehicle utilisation. You will monitor movements, manage delays, and liaise with drivers, customers, and warehouse colleagues to ensure safe, efficient deliveries. This full-time role offers a salary of £12.71 per hour, with working hours from Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm. The position is initially temporary with the potential to become permanent. Key skills include logistics experience, strong organisational ability, and proactive problem-solving to maintain smooth, timely operations.

Transport Planner – Haulage
Location: Swadlincote
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm
Pay: £12.71 per hour
Job Type: Temp to Perm
We are recruiting for a Transport Planner to join a busy and established haulage operation based in Swadlincote. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with transport or logistics experience who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys coordinating vehicle movements to ensure customer deliveries are completed safely, efficiently, and on time.
Key Responsibilities

Plan and schedule daily routes for a fleet of HGV vehicles.
Allocate work to drivers while ensuring maximum vehicle utilisation.
Monitor vehicle movements and proactively manage delays or changes.
Liaise with drivers, customers, and warehouse staff to ensure smooth operations.
Ensure compliance with driver hours, tachograph regulations, and company procedures.
Respond to customer queries and provide transport updates.
Maintain accurate transport records and update transport management systems.
Support the transport team with day-to-day operational requirements.

What We're Looking For

Previous experience in a transport planning or haulage environment is preferred.
Good understanding of UK road networks and transport operations.
Knowledge of driver hours and transport legislation is desirable.
Excellent communication and organisational skills.
Confident using Microsoft Office and transport management systems.
Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing priorities.
A proactive, reliable, and team-oriented approach.

What's on Offer

£12.71 per hour.
Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm – no weekend working.
Full training and ongoing support.
Holiday entitlement.
Opportunities for career progression within a growing haulage business.

If you have transport planning experience and are looking for your next opportunity in the haulage industry, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with your CV.

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