2,171 Transport Planner jobs in the United Kingdom

Transport Planner - London
? Location: London (Hybrid)
? Salary: Competitive + Benefits
? Sector: Transport Planning / Development Planning
? Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Are you a Transport Planner with experience in development planning looking to advance your career with a respected, independent consultancy? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established and growing transport planning consultancy with offices across the UK.

You'll work on a diverse range of projects - from residential and mixed-use developments to commercial and education schemes - delivering innovative and sustainable transport solutions.

As a Transport Planner , you will:

• Prepare Transport Assessments, Transport Statements, and Travel Plans
• Undertake junction modelling and traffic analysis using tools such as Junctions 10, LinSig, and TRICS
• Analyse transport data and contribute to strategic transport studies
• Prepare high-quality written reports and presentations
• Liaise with clients, local authorities, and project teams
• Support project delivery and assist senior colleagues across multiple schemes

About You
To be successful in this role, you should have:

• A degree in Transport Planning, Geography, Civil Engineering, or a related subject
• Around 1-3 years' experience in a transport planning or development planning environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Good knowledge of UK planning and transport policy
• Experience using relevant software (e.g. Junctions 10, LinSig, TRICS, TEMPro)
• A proactive approach and ability to work well in a team

What's On Offer

• Competitive salary with regular reviews
• Hybrid and flexible working options
• Ongoing professional development and support towards chartership
• Exposure to a wide variety of exciting UK-based projects
• Supportive, collaborative, and social team environment

If interested in this position, but would like to find out more before formally applying, please contact Taylor Smith at Calibre Search Manchester.

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.

K.A.G. Recruitment is delighted to be partnering exclusively with our client a leading family business who are looking to recruit a Transport Planner to join their existing team based in Birmingham. This is an exciting opportunity to join a company renowned for its exceptional service and strong presence within the Haulage industry.
 
Job Title : Transport Planner
Location : Birmingham
Salary :      £33k to £38k- DOE
Job Type: Permanent
Hours :      40 hours per week OTE | Typical shift patterns: 10am to 6pm
 
The Role:
 
We are seeking a confident, driven Transport Planner to support our client as their business continues to thrive through a period of growth and further investment.
 
Key Responsibilities of the Transport Planner will include:
 

• Day-to-day route planning and scheduling
• Balance service level, commercial cost and legal compliance to create viable routes across a fleet of vehicles.
• Work with the transport and warehouse functions to achieve efficiency
• Ensuring vehicle utilisation is efficient to maximise cost-effectiveness
• Maintaining compliance with Vehicle and Tachograph legislation
• Schedule vehicle maintenance work and rectify any vehicle defects
• Work with the wider business functions to achieve efficiency.

 
You will have previous Transport Planning experience and exposure to working in a fast-paced dynamic environment.  Knowledge of working with Transport Management Systems and Driver time regulations is essential.  A strong communicator with the ability to build professional relationships and good geographical knowledge of the UK road Network.
 
Why Join?
 
This role offers the opportunity to be part of a company that values innovation, dedication, and professional development. As a Transport Planner, you will play a crucial role in the company's ongoing success and have the chance to grow within a dynamic and supportive team.
 
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If you're looking for a challenging yet rewarding role in the Logistics sector, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to take the next step in your Logistics career!

Transport Planner
Bilston
£28,600-£45,000 ( Salary dependent on experience) 
Temp to Perm
Full-time
6am-4pm
(Monday to Friday)

We are currently seeking an experienced and proactive Transport Planner to join a busy and growing logistics operation based in Bilston. This is a great opportunity for a motivated individual with a solid background in general haulage planning who thrives in a fast-paced and team-oriented environment.

The ideal candidate will have strong organisational and communication skills, the ability to forward-plan resources effectively, and a confident understanding of haulage operations, vehicle types, and routing. This role will involve managing day-to-day transport planning responsibilities and acting as a key link between customers, drivers, and internal teams.

Key Responsibilities:
• Plan and route the general haulage fleet efficiently to ensure maximum vehicle utilisation and profitability.
• Maintain high levels of customer service by responding to queries, providing updates, and resolving any transport-related issues.
• Coordinate driver schedules, vehicle availability, and trailer planning.
• Liaise with sub-contractors and internal departments to ensure smooth operational flow.
• Monitor and report on abnormal loads, ensuring all legal and safety requirements are met.
• Ensure accurate input of job information into internal systems and issue relevant paperwork to drivers.
• Assist with quoting transport services and providing costings to customers when required.
• Troubleshoot delivery issues and support drivers with instructions and route planning.

Requirements:
• Previous experience in transport planning within a general haulage environment is essential.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a customer-first attitude.
• Strong problem-solving ability and capable of working under pressure in a dynamic environment.
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy in data input and documentation.
• Confident using Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Knowledge of vehicle types, load types, and routing is required. Understanding of abnormal load planning is desirable but not essential (training can be provided).
• Full UK Driving Licence preferred.

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.

Role: Transport Planner

Location: Manchester

Salary: 30-38k (DOE)

Ref:MB927

Our Client is looking for a Transport Planner to join their team in Manchester. You will be working in a supportive and collaborative team on a range of projects from small scale access assessments to the preparation of Transportation Assessments for strategic development sites.

You will be a key addition to their team, contributing to the continued development of the Transport Planning team and wider business.

The Transport Planner Role:

You will be involved in the following role responsibilities:

Develop transport infrastructure scheme designs using AutoCAD in line with industry guidance and standards

Undertake and oversee road network analysis.

Preparation of technical reports (Transportation Assessments, Access Appraisals, Travel Plans etc)

Candidate Specification:

You will be able to demonstrate the following skills, experience and attributes:

A degree (or equivalent) in Transport Planning or a related discipline

Experience in transport engineering and planning with demonstrable skills in all or some of the following:

Development planning

Traffic engineering

Working knowledge of Junctions 9, LINSIG, TRANSYT.

A working knowledge of Paramics Discovery would be beneficial

Infrastructure design applying SCOTS / DMRB roads design principles

Feasibility studies

Sustainable transport planning

A member of a relevant professional organisation (such as CIHT or ICE) ideally on route to incorporated or chartered status

Experience and working knowledge of AutoCAD software

MSc or further postgraduate qualifications related to transport planning or transport engineering would be beneficial

WHAT TO DO NEXT:

If you are interested in this Transport Planner opportunity in Masnchester, then please click on the link to apply.

If you are interested in hearing about any other opportunities within Transport Planning, Geotechnical, Civil or Structural Engineering, please contact Martin on (phone number removed) for further information

Transport Planner

Location: Luton, Bedfordshire

Monday to Friday, No weekends

Full Time, Permanent role.

Salary: £28,000-£32,000 Depending on experience.

Interaction Recruitment are hiring for an experienced Transport Planner to join our clients team in Luton. They are a very busy family business and are in need of someone who has strong experience planning routes for drivers.

Due to the location, you will need your own vehicle. 

The Responsibilities

• Planning the vehicle routes in an efficient and effective manner
• Ensuring that realistic time frames have been given between driving locations, Managing and planning of emergency orders
• Monitoring & managing information from the vehicle telematics system.
• Ensuring customer requirements are being adhered to
• Ensuring that the drivers are operating in a compliant fashion
• Briefing and debriefing drivers to ensure that all instructions for their allocated runs are understood and actioned.
• Responding promptly to route feedback and ensuring improvement opportunities are acted upon
• Ensuring all key vehicle information is kept up to date on the system relating to delivery points.
• Making sure that operational procedures and general housekeeping are kept to a high standard.
• You will be the main point of communcation for all customers and so must be a good communicator
• Liasing with Customer

The Successful Applicant

The successful candidate for the Transport Planner role will have the following skills and experiences:

At least 2- 3 years Transport Planning experience within a logistics and distribution industry & general haulage transport.

• Previous experience in utilising any TMS Systems and other bespoke systems
• Excellent communication skills
• Real team player who thrives in a fast-paced, busy, and challenging environment.
• Highly organised with proven ability to plan and prioritise your workload and work calmly and methodically in a busy environment and flexible as and when there's some changes with plans
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office packages, notably Excel with strong attention to detail.
• Great Customer Service

Please apply with an up-to date cv.

For additional information, you can contact Dan Pearce.

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Transport Planner - Development Planning | Southampton
 
Are you ready to take your Transport Planner career to the next level?
 
This is your chance to work on a diverse portfolio of development planning projects while enjoying tailored support, career progression and the benefits of being part of a forward-thinking planning consultancy.
 
You will be joining a highly respected consultancy that is known for its collaborative approach, innovative solutions and commitment to staff development. Based in Southampton, the team works with private and public sector clients on a wide range of schemes, from residential and commercial developments to mixed-use projects, giving you exposure to interesting and challenging work.
 
As a Transport Planner in the development planning team, you will play a key role in delivering technical assessments and transport strategies. You will be working on transport assessments, travel plans, junction modelling and accessibility studies to support planning applications. You will liaise with clients, local authorities and stakeholders, providing professional advice and contributing to sustainable, practical transport solutions.
 
To succeed as a Transport Planner, you will need:
·Previous experience in development planning and transport consultancy.
·Strong technical skills in transport modelling and analysis software such as Junctions (PICADY/ARCADY), LinSig or TRICS.
·The ability to write clear, concise reports to support planning submissions.
·Strong communication skills to engage with clients, local authorities and colleagues.
·A relevant degree in Transport Planning, Civil Engineering, Geography or similar.
 
In return for your expertise, you will receive a salary of £35,000 - £40,000 per year, plus a comprehensive benefits package. You will have access to flexible working arrangements, professional development support, and the opportunity to work on landmark projects across the region.
 
This role is based in Southampton with hybrid working available, offering the balance of office collaboration and remote flexibility. You will also have a clear progression path, with the opportunity to grow into a Senior Transport Planner role as your career develops.
 
Ready to take the next step? Apply today and be part of a consultancy that values your input and supports your career growth.
 
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Transport Planner

Newark

£30,000 - £35,000 (flexible depending on experience)

Monday – Friday, Nights, flexible start times

I’m currently recruiting for an experienced Transport Planner to join a large haulage business that specialises in general haulage and pallet network operations throughout the UK.

They are seeking a Transport Planner to support the current transport operation in the management of route planning across a general haulage and automotive division.   

The Candidate;

• Previous experience within a Transport operation within a planner position
• Experience of transport planning for a collection and backhaul network is desirable
• Pallet network route planning experience is highly desirable
• Previous experience within a fast paced transport position
• Previously worked to revenue targets within HGV route planning
• Experience of using system based planning tools
• A strong knowledge of tachograph regulations
• Strong administrative skills
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines
• Competent decision making
• Good geographical knowledge  

Duties and Responsibilities;

• Route planning for full load, general haulage and pallet network sector   
• Using geographical knowledge to maximise the fleet ability to work
• Supervising and managing driver work loads
• Responsible for driver queries face to face and via telephone
• Report and escalate any tracker errors to the Transport Planning Supervisor.
• Ensuring drivers are up to date with any road problems and challenging drivers when needed to ensure Deliveries are on time
• Liaise with the Transport Planning Supervisor regarding the regular maintenance intervals
• To ensure the service expectations of customers are prioritised in regards of the delivery plan whilst actively maintaining a commercial awareness for profitability.
• To ensure that the drivers under your control are receiving a relevant start time and are correctly briefed on their day’s activities prior to the start of their shift.
• Review driver routes and plan to maximise efficiency
• Keep all customers informed of all failed services or significant delays
• Provide the communication link between customers and drivers
• Supervising and managing driver workloads
• Managing your driver’s daily activities in line with the Working Time Directive and Driving hours.
• Ensuring every customer receives excellent customer service

If you have Transport Planner experience and would like to be considered for this opportunity, please apply via the link.

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