Job Opportunity: Transport Night Planner (4 on 4 off)
Overview:
Join a thriving, family-run logistics firm based in Staines, renowned for its excellence in the industry and commitment to customer satisfaction and employee well-being. We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Night Planner to join their team and play a crucial role in managing operations during the night shift on a 4 on 4 off rota.
Location: Staines-upon-Thames
Hours: 6pm - 6am
Salary: £29,000 - £31,000
Benefits:
- Pension scheme
- 20 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Onsite parking
Key Responsibilities:
- Plan and coordinate the efficient movement of the fleet, ensuring timely deliveries and collections.
- Allocate tasks to drivers, maintaining continuous communication to keep operations on track and foster strong relationships.
- Provide solutions for operational issues, adapt plans as needed, and ensure compliance with policies and procedures.
- Oversee vehicle and trailer management, ensuring adherence to all legal requirements.
- Execute daily plans in real time, effectively managing resources and minimising costs.
- Keep internal systems organised and up-to-date.
- Adhere to safe working practices and working time regulations.
- Meet KPIs related to fleet safety and efficiency.
- Process export and import documentation correctly.
- Manage customer expectations and deliver outstanding service.
- Handle office phone calls and inquiries.
- Perform any other reasonable tasks as requested by management.
Experience and Skills Required:
- Strong understanding of the freight industry.
- Excellent communication skills for effective interaction with customers, third parties, and colleagues.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Proactive in preventing significant shipment issues.
- Reliable, flexible, and detail-oriented.
- Competent with IT tools (Outlook, internet navigation).
- Eager to learn and adapt to new challenges.
- Previous experience in a logistics company is preferred.
Additional Information:
- A clean CRC check is required, to be conducted prior to employment.
- Prior training in Cargo Operative (non-screening) and Hazard Awareness is ideal. If not already completed, mandatory training will be provided before employment begins.
Please note:
As you can appreciate we are currently overwhelmed with applications of individuals looking for both short term and permanent work and we can therefore only contact those applications that have relevant skills for positions that we currently have available. Should you not hear from us within a week, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
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