Transport Planner / Supervisor - PM Shift

Job description

Transport Planner / Supervisor (PM Shift) – West Yorkshire

Location: West Yorkshire

Salary: Competitive + Benefits

Job Type: Full-time

We’re looking for a proactive and operationally focused Transport Planner to join our growing logistics team in West Yorkshire. This role sits at the heart of the transport function, combining route planning, driver management and day-to-day operational control to ensure a safe, efficient and reliable transport operation. This role is working an Afternoon Shift on a Monday-Friday basis.

The Role

As Transport Planner, you will be responsible for:

• Planning and optimising routes across general haulage and groupage operations
• Managing and supporting drivers throughout the working day
• Running the daily transport function, keeping the operation moving smoothly
• Allocating work, monitoring progress and responding to live challenges
• Ensuring compliance, safety and service quality standards are met
• Communicating effectively with customers, drivers and internal teams
• Managing vehicle utilisation, delivery schedules and driver hours
• Building strong working relationships to maintain driver engagement and performance

This is a hands-on role suited to someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys balancing planning with real-time operational control.

About You

We’re looking for someone with:

✔ Previous experience in transport or logistics planning

✔ Strong knowledge of route optimisation and driver hours regulations

✔ Confidence in managing drivers and transport operations daily

✔ Excellent communication and problem-solving skills

✔ A calm, organised approach when handling live operational challenges

✔ Desire to take ownership and drive continuous improvement

Experience in general haulage and groupage planning would be highly advantageous.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Company benefits package
• A key role within an established, profitable transport operation
• Opportunity for career progression and operational development
• Supportive team environment
• Autonomy to shape and improve daily planning and transport performance

Interested?

If you’re ready to step into a role that blends planning, people and operational leadership, we’d love to hear from you.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

West Yorkshire

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Published at

22-12-2025

Profession type

Management

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English