Transport Planner

Transport Planner – Swindon, Wiltshire

People Solutions are currently recruiting for a Transport Planner to join our well-established client based in Swindon, Wiltshire.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a successful and growing transport operation offering a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and genuine opportunities for career development.

This role would suit candidates who have previously worked as a Transport Coordinator, Logistics Planner or Transport Administrator and have a strong understanding of transport compliance and fleet operations.

Shift Pattern:

• Monday to Friday
• 11:00 – 20:00

Benefits:

As a Transport Planner, you will receive:

• £34,000 – £36,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
• Extended Christmas closure
• Contributory pension scheme from day one
• Free onsite parking
• Online payslips
• Uniform provided following successful completion of probation
• Access to a benefits platform offering hundreds of discounts on everyday purchases, including food, drink, cinema tickets, clothing, and homeware
• Employee Assistance Programme with a twenty-four-hour confidential helpline

Day-to-Day Duties:

As a Transport Planner, your duties will include:

• Planning and coordinating daily vehicle movements and driver schedules across the UK
• Ensuring fleet utilisation is efficient, cost-effective, and meets operational requirements
• Monitoring driver hours, tachograph compliance, and transport KPIs
• Maintaining accurate transport records, servicing schedules, and compliance documentation
• Supporting route optimisation to improve efficiency and service levels
• Assisting with fleet maintenance planning, MOT scheduling, and defect reporting
• Liaising with drivers and internal teams to ensure smooth day-to-day transport operations

Essential Skills:

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• Previous experience in a Transport Planner, Transport Coordinator, or similar logistics position
• Strong understanding of drivers’ hours regulations, tachograph requirements, and transport compliance
• Experience using Transport Management Systems (TMS)
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications
• The ability to prioritise workloads and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment

Desirable Experience:

• Knowledge of Operator Licence (O-Licence) compliance
• Previous experience within a 3PL or multi-customer transport operation
• Experience supporting fleet maintenance and compliance processes

Training:

• Full role-specific training and onboarding provided
• Ongoing support and career development opportunities

Apply Now:

If you are ready to take the next step in your logistics career and join a professional transport operation offering excellent benefits and long-term career prospects, apply today and a member of our recruitment team will be in touch.

People Solutions do not charge any of their candidates any fees or request deposits at any stage of the recruitment process