587 Transport Planner jobs in the United Kingdom

Job Title: Transport Planner - Development Planning
Location: London (Hybrid Working)
Salary: 30,000 - 45,000 DOE + Excellent Benefits
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

?Transport Planner - Join a Leading Independent Consultancy in Central London!
Are you an early-to-mid-career Transport Planner looking to work on exciting development-led projects across the UK? I'm currently working with a well-established and growing transport consultancy that's on the lookout for a talented planner to join their London office.
You'll be part of a collaborative team delivering transport strategies, assessments, and sustainable solutions for developers, local authorities, and private sector clients. With a strong pipeline of work and a hybrid working policy, this is a great opportunity to grow your skills and career in a flexible, supportive environment.

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  Contribute to Transport Assessments , Travel Plans , and Transport Statements
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  Undertake data analysis and assist with junction modelling and site access design
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  Work closely with planners, engineers, architects, and public sector partners
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  Prepare written reports to support planning applications and consultations
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  Use industry-standard tools (e.g., AutoCAD , TRICS , Junctions 9 )
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  Attend client meetings and support senior consultants with project delivery

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  Degree in Transport Planning , Geography , Civil Engineering , or related field
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  1-4 years' experience in a transport planning or development planning role
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  Strong communication skills and ability to write clear, concise reports
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  Comfortable using key software packages - TRICS, Junctions 9, AutoCAD, Excel
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  Keen interest in sustainable transport and urban mobility
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  Able to manage your time effectively and contribute to multiple projects in parallel

? Join a forward-thinking consultancy with a strong client base
? Work on high-profile residential, commercial, and mixed-use schemes
? Hybrid/flexible working available (typically 2-3 days in-office)
? Great culture - friendly, supportive, and team-focused
? Ongoing CPD, professional development, and career progression pathways
? Competitive salary, annual bonus, and comprehensive benefits package

Calibre Search promote equality in the workplace and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified candidates regardless of their sex, race, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age. We act as both an employment agency and employment business.

Transport Planner - Tamworth - Up to 34,000

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive individual to join our clients team in a container transport planning role. The ideal candidate will be responsible for coordinating and optimizing the movement of containers, ensuring smooth scheduling and effective communication with drivers, ports, and customers. This position requires strong organizational skills, the ability to solve problems quickly, and a thorough understanding of logistics operations.

Job type: Permanent

Days: Monday to Friday (Apply online only) & (Apply online only))

• Coordinate with multiple drivers and manage their schedules.
• Communicate with relevant stakeholders regarding logistics and transportation.
• Schedule and book delivery slots for entry at designated locations.
• Utilize a transport management system to log driver start and finish times.
• Monitor and track driver progress, ensuring timely arrivals.
• Adjust routes and schedules as needed based on operational requirements.
• Verify that all documentation and records are accurately matched with the correct jobs in the system.
• Maintain communication with clients regarding potential delays and provide updated estimates.

• Prior experience in a transport coordination or logistics role is essential.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to work a flexible shift pattern, including rotating shifts.
• Good knowledge of regional geography and route planning.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative.
• Strong problem-solving skills with quick decision-making abilities.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented.
• Adaptable and flexible to meet operational demands.

WR Logistics are the #1 recruitment partner for all vacancies in the logistics industry. We recruit UK wide for permanent and contract jobs.

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Transport Planner

Location: Bridgwater

Shift : Monday - Friday

About Us: At Gregory Distribution Ltd, we are committed to delivering excellence in logistics and transport services. Our team is dedicated to maintaining high standards of compliance and operational efficiency. Join us and grow your career in a supportive and expanding business environment. We foster a strong culture of teamwork and continuous improvement.

Job Description: At Gregory Distribution, we are currently seeking a Transport Planner at our Bridgwater depot. This position will be working within the transport team and will involve all aspect of the transport administration processes and coordination of the day to day running of this busy contract.

Key Responsibilities:

• Planning and organising the activities of the Transport Operation, including deliveries and collections nationwide.
• Planning loads using a fleet of articulated vehicles.
• Ensure deliveries and collections are completed as per customer requirements whilst also monitoring KPI for delivery on time, shift revenue and vehicle utilisation.
• Managing and de-briefing drivers on a daily/weekly basis.
• Liaising with the warehouse and on-site shunter to ensure that trailers and vehicles are available when required.
• Ensure vehicle checks and defects are completed and recorded via Vehicle Check App.
• Communicating collection times and delivery bookings with both internal and external customers.
• Meet on a regular basis with Line Managers to ensure that we are operating efficiently.
• Identifying and developing additional areas where we can add value to the contract.
• Ensuring that all contracted work is booked though our internal department and in line with customers' expectations.
• Meeting daily revenue KPI Targets and reporting to the Transport Manager on a weekly basis.
• Ensuring that all TMS systems relating to the contracted deliveries are updated and monitored.
• General administration duties to include, filing, photocopying and data input.
• Adherence to policies and procedures within the Business Area.

Requirements:

• Experience of working in a similar role is preferred however, training will be provided.
• Ability to communicate at all levels.
• Strong geographical knowledge of the UK.
• Excellent organisational skills and prioritising workload.
• Attention to detail.
• Working to deadlines.
• Solution driven and Flexible approach to your work.
• Able to work as part of a team and on own initiative.
• MS packages to include, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.

Why Join Gregory Distribution Ltd?

• Competitive Salary : 30,000pa - 34,000pa, depending on experience.
• Hours : Monday - Friday, 08:00hrs - 18:00hrs.
• Training : Monthly Courses for a variety of areas.
• Benefits : Additional holiday purchasing scheme*, Retail discounts with Circular Benefits*, Retail Trust Wellbeing Support*, and more.
• Career Growth : Explore opportunities for professional development within our expanding business.
• Company Benefits : Excellent holiday allowance. Life assurance, pension, and sickness scheme*.
• Extras : Christmas Savings Club*, Black Circle Tyre Discount*, Cycle To Work Scheme*, Free Uniform and paid Volunteer Day.
• Wellbeing Support: Benefit from the Retail Trust Wellbeing Support* program.
• Team Environment: Be part of a strong culture of teamwork and collaboration.

How to Apply

If you have the drive to be the best and want to be part of a flourishing and ambitious company, apply now!

Please submit your application as soon as possible. Due to high volumes of applications, we reserve the right to close adverts before the closing date once we have received sufficient application

Eligibility : Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK with no restrictions. Proof of Right to Work will be required at the interview stage.

Contact Us : For any queries, please contact our Recruitment Team at . Our team is available Monday to Friday, 08:30hrs - 17:00hrs.

Note to Recruitment Agencies : We prefer to recruit directly but have a Preferred Supplier List for when we need assistance. We'll be in touch if we need you.

*Subject to terms and conditions.

Our client is seeking a Transport Planner to join their busy, welcoming, and growing team on a permanent basis. Hours of work will be Monday - Friday, 7am - 4pm. Salary is between 30,000 - 35,000 depending on experience.

Working as the Transport Planner you will join the Transport Planning team in undertaking all tasks to meet both customer and business expectations.

Duties:

• Daily vehicle route planning in line with customer requirements

• Liaise with drivers
• Creatr and issue paperwork to drivers
• Support the management of driver legal compliance, tachographs, drivers' hours, health and safety, accident reporting etc.
• Complete the daily staff attendance rotas and planning relief cover where required
• Raise all subcontractor requests for any fleet work undertaken with the relevant costing and agree authorisation when required
• Making equipment available for scheduled inspections, repairs, and MOTs within the required timescales
• Cover as and when required for other staff to ensure all tasks are undertaken and completed appropriately
• Work with the customer daily to ensure changes to activities are implemented and agreed upon

Benefits:

• 30,000 - 35,000
• Employee assistance programme
• Death in service
• Pension
• On-site parking

Experience:

• Experience of working in a busy traffic office in a calm and effective manner
• Good understanding of driver regulations and compliance regulations
• CPC qualification would be advantageous
• Experience working within a fast-paced environment and adhering to strict delivery performance criteria set by the customer
• Flexibility around working hours, holiday cover & overtime requirements, including very occasional weekends

Please bear in mind that you may not hear from us straight away. Due to the high level of applications we receive every day, we can only respond to applicants whose skills and qualifications are suitable for this position. If you would like to be considered for similar and future positions, or for a complete listing of all our current vacancies, please visit our website.

• Location: Wix
• Working Hours: Weekly shift rotation: 07:00 – 16:00 and 08:30 – 17:30 (Monday to Friday)
• Salary: Negotiable, depending on experience

RMS is excited to partner with a leading European Transport & Logistics organisation to recruit a Transport Planner . This is an excellent opportunity for a self-motivated professional with a strong background in transport planning and logistics to become part of a high-performing team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and review driver routes to optimise efficiency
• Liaise with drivers and colleagues to ensure timely deliveries
• Act as the key communication link between customers and drivers
• Supervise and manage driver workloads
• Ensure compliance with Working Time Directive (WTD) and driving hours regulations
• Proactively plan vehicle availability for customer needs
• Monitor customer requests, allocate jobs, and issue instructions
• Stay up to date with transport-related issues and adapt to changes daily
• Troubleshoot critical transport-related challenges as they arise

• Hold a valid driving licence with fewer than six penalty points (no DR10 offences)
• Ideally hold a Transport Manager CPC qualification or be willing to undertake CPC training
• Solid understanding of the UK & EU Road Haulage Industry with excellent geographical knowledge.
• Previous experience in transport planning or traffic operations in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel with strong data accuracy and attention to detail.
• Knowledge of transport regulations, including EU drivers' hours and WTD.

Who You Are:

• Self-motivated with the ability to plan and prioritise workload
• Excellent communication skills and a strong team player
• Willing to learn and take on new challenges
• Team-oriented, yet capable of working autonomously.
• Meticulous attention to detail and proactive problem-solving ability.
• Adaptable, reliable, and flexible with a positive and customer-focused mindset.

If you're passionate about logistics, thrive under pressure, and want to be part of a growing European operation where your input truly matters, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today to join a company that values operational excellence and offers opportunities for professional development.

RMS is an equal opportunities employer, if you have not been contacted within 7 days following your application, please accept this as you have not been successful on this occasion.

Bennett and Game are currently looking for a skilled Transport Planner to join one of our longest standing clients in the Plant, Civilis and Haulage industries based out of their Ipswich branch.

As a Transport Planner, you will support the Operations team by proactively managing the daily route planning of our transport fleet, ensuring maximum utilisation. You'll be responsible for coordinating and optimising the movement of plant equipment to ensure efficient, cost-effective, and safe transportation.

Transport Planner - Job Overview

• Manage the planning, routing, and logistics of specialist plant and fleet.
• Proactively manage and address any necessary changes based on demand.
• Ensure the transport plan is effectively communicated to all relevant parties.
• Schedule and coordinate daily store runs to refuel equipment at regional sites.
• Work with external transport suppliers to secure adequate coverage at the best possible rates.
• Monitor and schedule inspections, MOTs, servicing, and driver holidays.
• Identify operational challenges, potential risks, and opportunities to enhance transport efficiency.
• Maintain the haulage register for all externally sourced transport services.
• Handle phone and email inquiries promptly and efficiently

Transport Planner - Job Requirements

• Proven ability in a Planning role (HGV, Van & Plant fleets)
• Excellent Microsoft Office computer skills
• Good organisational skills. Able to plan, prioritise and meet tight deadlines, and the ability to deal with pressure in a professional manner
• Continuous Improvement - Identify and create new and innovative ways of doing business and drive improvements.
• A diligent, conscientious, analytical approach
• Flexibility to participate in the 'Out of Hours' rota, which requires being on call from 18:00-23:00 on a rota basis.

Transport Planner - Salary & Package

• Salary 30-33k DOE
• Monday - Friday 8:00 - 18:00
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, annual leave buy and sell scheme, and years' service entitlement increase
• Cycle to Work Scheme, Birthday Bonus, Discount Portal, and Company Social Events, Saving Scheme and Life Assurance
• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption leave
• Continuous growth opportunities and training

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

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Transport Planner

Erith

Start Date: August 2025
Temp to 12-Month Contract (for the right person)
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 4:00pm
Pay Rate: 14.50 per hour

About the Role

Premier Recruitment Group is proud to be partnering with a leading production company based in Erith , seeking an experienced Transport Planner to join their Transport Department.

This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a fast-paced team while supporting the delivery of a cost-effective and efficient daily transport operation.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and produce daily transport schedules in a cost-effective manner
• Build relationships with sub-contractor partners
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date transport records
• Conduct driver debriefs and follow up on CAPAs including root-cause analysis
• Support the export delivery planning process
• Provide admin support to internal teams and external customers
• Deliver excellent customer service across all touchpoints
• Commit to ongoing personal and professional development
• Carry out additional tasks as directed by management

Person Specification

• Previous experience in a Transport Planning role
• Strong geographical knowledge of the UK
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
• A proactive and independent worker who can also operate well in a team
• Customer service experience is desirable

Interested? Let's Talk!

To apply or learn more, please contact:
Kirsty Cutts - Senior Recruitment Consultant
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Transport Planner - Manchester - Up to 32,000 per annum!

Are you an experienced transport planner in general haulage looking for an exciting opportunity within a market leading company?

Job type: Permanent

Hours: 4 on/4 off days

Salary: Up to 32,000 per annum

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and support a fleet of drivers on a daily basis
• Booking deliveries
• Monitoring driver times, progress, providing ETAs to ensure good time keeping
• Route planning
• Ensure compliance with all transport legislation and company policies
• Communicate effectively with customers regarding delays, changes or updates

Requirements:

• Previous experience as a transport planner
• Legal compliance knowledge - Tachographs, infringements, WTDs
• Strong communication skills
• Excellent UK geographical knowledge
• Organised and able to work on own initiative

Interested? Apply now with an up to date CV to be considered for this exciting Transport Planner opportunity!

WR Logistics are the #1 recruitment partner for all vacancies in the logistics industry. We recruit UK wide for permanent and contract jobs.

WR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Transport Planner 

Location - Dover 

Salary - Up to 40k DOE 

Are you a Transport Planner with a sharp eye for detail and a passion for efficient logistics?
We’re working with a well-established haulage company operating extensive UK and European routes, and they’re looking to bring an experienced Transport Planner into their fast-paced, dynamic team.

The Role

As Transport Planner, you will play a key part in ensuring the smooth and cost-effective scheduling of freight across the UK and mainland Europe. This is a critical position within the transport team, ideal for someone who thrives under pressure, enjoys problem-solving, and is ready to take ownership of daily planning operations.

Responsibilities

• p>Plan, organise and schedule deliveries across the UK and Europe

• Route vehicles efficiently, ensuring full loads and timely deliveries

• Liaise with drivers, clients, and third-party logistics partners

• Ensure compliance with UK and EU driving regulations and working time directives

• Monitor driver performance, fuel usage, and vehicle availability

• Respond to issues or delays in real time and adjust plans accordingly

• Work closely with the transport manager to meet service level agreements and customer expectations

Requirements

• Proven experience in transport planning, ideally in UK and European road freight

• Strong geographical knowledge of the UK and European transport network

• Experience using Transport Management Systems

• Solid understanding of drivers’ hours, Working Time Directive, and haulage compliance

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• Excellent communication skills and a proactive, hands-on approach

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines

Why Join

• Work with a reputable and growing haulage business

• Be part of a collaborative and supportive team

• Opportunity to make a real impact on operations

• Progression opportunities available for the right candidate

If you’re an experienced Transport Planner looking for your next challenge, we want to hear from you. Apply today or get in touch for a confidential discussion.

This role is being handled by Sam Hasler, Transport, Logistics & Distribution Specialist at Pearson Whiffin Recruitment