Transport Planner (Nights)

Transport Planner - £40,000 to £45,000 | Monday to Friday Nights 01:00 - 09:00

We are seeking an experienced Transport Planner to join our clients busy Transport team. Reporting to the Transport Manager/Depot Manager, you will be responsible for planning efficient multi-drop delivery routes, maximising fleet utilisation, and ensuring full compliance with transport legislation.

The Role

As a Transport Planner, you will play a key role in the smooth running of daily operations. You will be responsible for:

• Planning and scheduling multi-drop delivery routes for drivers across Ireland
• Maximising fleet efficiency while reducing delivery costs
• Allocating loads and optimising truck space usage
• Liaising with the Transport and Depot Manager to coordinate routes and loads
• Ensuring compliance with legal driving hours and tachograph regulations
• Monitoring, reviewing, and improving routing efficiency
• Carrying out ad hoc transport-related duties as required

What We're Looking For

To succeed in this role, you will need:

• 2-3 years' experience in a transport planning role
• Excellent geographical knowledge of Ireland
• Strong understanding of transport operations and planning processes
• Knowledge of tachograph rules (advantageous)
• Proficiency in IT, transport systems, and Microsoft Office
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to work independently
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Reliability, adaptability, and excellent timekeeping

Interested? APPLY NOW to discuss in more detail!