Transport Planner

Belfast ? Monday to Friday | 8:00am - 5:30pm

Brook Street Recruitment is delighted to be partnering with a leading Belfast-based client to recruit an experienced Transport Planner. This is an excellent opportunity to join a successful and growing organisation where you will play a key role in ensuring the efficient management of transport operations while delivering outstanding service to customers.
If you thrive in a fast-paced logistics environment, enjoy problem-solving, and have a passion for delivering operational excellence, we'd love to hear from you.

The Role

As a Transport Planner, you will be responsible for coordinating daily transport activities, managing driver schedules, and ensuring deliveries are completed efficiently while maintaining compliance with all relevant legislation and company procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and manage daily driver schedules and route allocations.
• Respond swiftly to additional customer requirements and incorporate new orders into existing schedules.
• Coordinate driver and vehicle deployment to maximise efficiency and service levels.
• Monitor driver performance, recognising excellence and supporting continuous improvement.
• Ensure all transport operations are carried out in line with legal, environmental, and company policies.
• Maintain high standards of customer service while liaising with drivers, customers, and third-party stakeholders.
• Contribute to the smooth and efficient running of the transport operation.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Previous experience in a Transport Planning or Transport Operations role.
• Strong knowledge of EU Drivers' Hours, Tachograph Regulations, and Working Time Directive (WTD) legislation.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a busy, fast-paced environment.
• Strong customer service skills with the ability to build positive relationships.
• Good geographical knowledge of the UK and Ireland.

Experience

• Minimum of 1 year's experience within Transport Operations or Transport Planning preferred.

Benefits

Competitive salary
Company pension scheme
Health & well being programme
Free on-site parking
Stable Monday to Friday working pattern
Opportunity to join a well-established and growing business

Apply Today

If you're an experienced Transport Planner looking for your next challenge in Belfast, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now to take the next step in your logistics and transport career.

Brook Street NMR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.