LJ Recruitment
Trainee Transport Planner – Immediate Start
£26,000 – £29,000 | Full-Time | Family-Run Business
Are you looking for a new career rather than just another job?
Our client, a long-standing family-run business with an excellent reputation, is looking for a Trainee Transport Planner to join their growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is eager to learn, enjoys problem-solving, and wants to build a long-term career in the transport and logistics industry.
What's on Offer:
- Salary: £26,000 – £29,000 (depending on experience)
- Immediate start available
- Full training provided – no previous transport planning experience required
- Long-term career progression within a supportive, family-run business
- Friendly and collaborative working environment
What We're Looking For:
- A full UK driving licence is essential
- No experience required – just the right attitude
- Someone who is hungry to learn and develop a career in a completely new sector
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
- Able to work well under pressure and solve problems
- A positive, reliable, and proactive approach to work
The Role:
As a Trainee Transport Planner, you'll receive full training while learning how to:
- Plan and schedule vehicle routes efficiently
- Liaise with drivers and customers
- Monitor deliveries and respond to any issues
- Ensure transport operations run smoothly and efficiently
- Gain a thorough understanding of the transport and logistics industry
If you're motivated, willing to learn, and ready to take the first step into an exciting new career, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today for an immediate interview and the chance to join a respected family-run business where your career can really take off.
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